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SUMMARY:A Conversation with Adam Kinzinger and Reed Galen: The Strength of Collective Action
DESCRIPTION:BigTentUSA was honored to host former Congressman Adam Kinzinger – a leading voice in the fight to protect democracy\, and co-founder of The Lincoln Project and President of The Union\, Reed Galen. As Trump and his allies push forward with Project 2025—threatening to dismantle democratic norms\, purge civil servants\, and consolidate power—the urgency for collective action has never been greater. On the eve of a nationwide protest against the authoritarian threats facing our country\, join us for this timely conversation. \nOur speakers explored the vision behind collective action and how it’s helping build long-term civic muscle across the country. More importantly they will address how everyday Americans can take meaningful action to strengthen democracy in their communities. \nThe Union is a growing national coalition of volunteers\, organizers\, and pro-democracy advocates working to defend decency\, truth\, and competence in American government. Under Reed’s leadership\, The Union is building a durable\, nationwide organizing infrastructure to support candidates—up and down the ballot—who will uphold the Constitution and serve the public in good faith. \nCountry First mobilizes and equips the Reasonable Majority to defend democracy and champion change in their own communities. By equipping citizens with the tools to take action where they live and by leading grassroots efforts that strengthen communities\, we are building a healthier\, more stable and stronger country from the ground up. \nABOUT THE SPEAKERS \nREED GALEN is an independent political strategist and co-founder of The Lincoln Project. He now serves as the President of The Union\, a nationwide coalition working to rebuild American democracy from the ground up. The Union brings together volunteers\, organizers\, and local leaders to support decent\, competent candidates at every level of government. Under Reed’s leadership\, The Union is building the infrastructure needed to show up in all 50 states and strengthen civic engagement nationwide. \nADAM KINZINGER  served six terms in the United States House of Representatives\, from 2011-2022\, where he represented Illinois’ Sixteenth Congressional District. Prior to being elected to Congress\, Kinzinger served in the Air Force in both Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. Currently he is a senior political commentator on CNN\, founder of Country First and is known for his unwavering commitment to defend democratic values and promote civic participation across America.
URL:https://bigtentusa.org/event/collectiveaction/
LOCATION:BigTent Zoom Room
CATEGORIES:BigTent Spotlight Speaker Series,BigTent Events,Preserving Democracy
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