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Ballot Initiative Strategy Center
We leverage ballot measures across the United States as part of a larger movement to strengthen democracy.
ballot.org
Hey Bluesky, we're excited to be here! 👋
If you're new to BISC, we are a movement-building infrastructure organization whose mission is to strengthen #democracy by implementing a national progressive strategy for ballot measures rooted in building state-based power.
Head to ballot.org for more!
If you're new to BISC, we are a movement-building infrastructure organization whose mission is to strengthen #democracy by implementing a national progressive strategy for ballot measures rooted in building state-based power.
Head to ballot.org for more!
Dream date?
It's got to be harnessing the power of community organizing to add a reproductive rights measure to our state constitution.
And he knows that.
It's got to be harnessing the power of community organizing to add a reproductive rights measure to our state constitution.
And he knows that.
July 2, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Dream date?
It's got to be harnessing the power of community organizing to add a reproductive rights measure to our state constitution.
And he knows that.
It's got to be harnessing the power of community organizing to add a reproductive rights measure to our state constitution.
And he knows that.
Did you know that in November, voters harnessed the power of direct democracy to:
⭐ Pass 7 measures protecting & expanding reproductive rights
⭐ Protect marriage equality in CA, CO & HI
⭐ Protect public school funding in NE, CO & KY
⭐ #RaiseTheWage in MO & AZ
⭐ Enact paid sick leave in NE & MO
⭐ Pass 7 measures protecting & expanding reproductive rights
⭐ Protect marriage equality in CA, CO & HI
⭐ Protect public school funding in NE, CO & KY
⭐ #RaiseTheWage in MO & AZ
⭐ Enact paid sick leave in NE & MO
May 19, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Did you know that in November, voters harnessed the power of direct democracy to:
⭐ Pass 7 measures protecting & expanding reproductive rights
⭐ Protect marriage equality in CA, CO & HI
⭐ Protect public school funding in NE, CO & KY
⭐ #RaiseTheWage in MO & AZ
⭐ Enact paid sick leave in NE & MO
⭐ Pass 7 measures protecting & expanding reproductive rights
⭐ Protect marriage equality in CA, CO & HI
⭐ Protect public school funding in NE, CO & KY
⭐ #RaiseTheWage in MO & AZ
⭐ Enact paid sick leave in NE & MO
What could our communities be like if no one had to stress over rent, reproductive health care, or sick days? This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we’re reminded that ballot measures empower us to confront the policies that harm our wellbeing & transform our communities with care, fairness & dignity.
May 16, 2025 at 5:08 PM
What could our communities be like if no one had to stress over rent, reproductive health care, or sick days? This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we’re reminded that ballot measures empower us to confront the policies that harm our wellbeing & transform our communities with care, fairness & dignity.
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It’s Day ✌🏻!
It was a great first day at @ballotstrategy.bsky.social #RoadAhead25! I was thrilled to speak on a panel.
It’s been inspiring to be in community with state-based advocates, ballot measure experts, and movement leaders who are doing so much incredible work across the country.
It was a great first day at @ballotstrategy.bsky.social #RoadAhead25! I was thrilled to speak on a panel.
It’s been inspiring to be in community with state-based advocates, ballot measure experts, and movement leaders who are doing so much incredible work across the country.
April 30, 2025 at 7:53 PM
It’s Day ✌🏻!
It was a great first day at @ballotstrategy.bsky.social #RoadAhead25! I was thrilled to speak on a panel.
It’s been inspiring to be in community with state-based advocates, ballot measure experts, and movement leaders who are doing so much incredible work across the country.
It was a great first day at @ballotstrategy.bsky.social #RoadAhead25! I was thrilled to speak on a panel.
It’s been inspiring to be in community with state-based advocates, ballot measure experts, and movement leaders who are doing so much incredible work across the country.
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JOB ALERT! @ballotstrategy.bsky.social is hiring an Executive Assistant. For more details, please check out Jobsthatareleft.org and GAINPower.org. #NowHiring. www.jobsthatareleft.org/p/ballot-ini...
Ballot Initiative Strategy Center, Executive Assistant
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April 17, 2025 at 12:15 PM
JOB ALERT! @ballotstrategy.bsky.social is hiring an Executive Assistant. For more details, please check out Jobsthatareleft.org and GAINPower.org. #NowHiring. www.jobsthatareleft.org/p/ballot-ini...
Yesterday’s Boston Marathon served as an important reminder for our movement. Much like this 26.2-mile race, our progressive campaigns are fueled by grassroots strategy, volunteer stamina, & community support. It's not about the fastest start, but the strongest finish. #WeThePeople #DirectDemocracy
April 22, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Yesterday’s Boston Marathon served as an important reminder for our movement. Much like this 26.2-mile race, our progressive campaigns are fueled by grassroots strategy, volunteer stamina, & community support. It's not about the fastest start, but the strongest finish. #WeThePeople #DirectDemocracy
Applications are NOW OPEN for BISC’s first-ever Regional Training Program in Little Rock, Arkansas, from June 24-26! 🌟
Learn more and apply now: secure.everyaction.com/-ntPtprJ0E6k...
Learn more and apply now: secure.everyaction.com/-ntPtprJ0E6k...
March 26, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Applications are NOW OPEN for BISC’s first-ever Regional Training Program in Little Rock, Arkansas, from June 24-26! 🌟
Learn more and apply now: secure.everyaction.com/-ntPtprJ0E6k...
Learn more and apply now: secure.everyaction.com/-ntPtprJ0E6k...
📣 Exciting news!
BISC is bringing regional trainings to organizers for the first time ever! 🎉
📍First stop: Little Rock, Arkansas this June for the Heartland/Mid-South region! (Exact dates coming soon)
BISC is bringing regional trainings to organizers for the first time ever! 🎉
📍First stop: Little Rock, Arkansas this June for the Heartland/Mid-South region! (Exact dates coming soon)
March 13, 2025 at 3:37 PM
📣 Exciting news!
BISC is bringing regional trainings to organizers for the first time ever! 🎉
📍First stop: Little Rock, Arkansas this June for the Heartland/Mid-South region! (Exact dates coming soon)
BISC is bringing regional trainings to organizers for the first time ever! 🎉
📍First stop: Little Rock, Arkansas this June for the Heartland/Mid-South region! (Exact dates coming soon)
Today's #BlackHistoryMonth spotlight goes out to Courtney Smith (she/her), the Director of Voter Engagement at Forward Montana!
Courtney envisions a world "in which Black people can have an outsized voice to move our country towards an equitable and sustainable future."
Courtney envisions a world "in which Black people can have an outsized voice to move our country towards an equitable and sustainable future."
February 18, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Today's #BlackHistoryMonth spotlight goes out to Courtney Smith (she/her), the Director of Voter Engagement at Forward Montana!
Courtney envisions a world "in which Black people can have an outsized voice to move our country towards an equitable and sustainable future."
Courtney envisions a world "in which Black people can have an outsized voice to move our country towards an equitable and sustainable future."
We know gathering together at Road Ahead this year will be particularly meaningful for us all, which is why we've extended the early bird registration deadline until February 14!
#RoadAhead25 will take place in Las Vegas, from April 29 to May 1. Learn more + register now: ballot.org/road-ahead-24/
#RoadAhead25 will take place in Las Vegas, from April 29 to May 1. Learn more + register now: ballot.org/road-ahead-24/
February 5, 2025 at 4:54 PM
We know gathering together at Road Ahead this year will be particularly meaningful for us all, which is why we've extended the early bird registration deadline until February 14!
#RoadAhead25 will take place in Las Vegas, from April 29 to May 1. Learn more + register now: ballot.org/road-ahead-24/
#RoadAhead25 will take place in Las Vegas, from April 29 to May 1. Learn more + register now: ballot.org/road-ahead-24/
Only a few weeks into legislative sessions, BISC is already tracking 50 bills aiming to attack the #BallotInitiative process.
Legislators are using a web of technicalities to undermine direct democracy, & many of them have become more brazen about their end goal: to take away the people's power.
Legislators are using a web of technicalities to undermine direct democracy, & many of them have become more brazen about their end goal: to take away the people's power.
February 4, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Only a few weeks into legislative sessions, BISC is already tracking 50 bills aiming to attack the #BallotInitiative process.
Legislators are using a web of technicalities to undermine direct democracy, & many of them have become more brazen about their end goal: to take away the people's power.
Legislators are using a web of technicalities to undermine direct democracy, & many of them have become more brazen about their end goal: to take away the people's power.
This week, we lost legendary reproductive rights advocate Cecile Richards, who understood that abortion is essential healthcare and Roe was the floor, not the ceiling.
In 2024, voters in 7 states took power into their own hands — using the power of #DirectDemocracy to protect & expand abortion.
In 2024, voters in 7 states took power into their own hands — using the power of #DirectDemocracy to protect & expand abortion.
January 22, 2025 at 6:46 PM
This week, we lost legendary reproductive rights advocate Cecile Richards, who understood that abortion is essential healthcare and Roe was the floor, not the ceiling.
In 2024, voters in 7 states took power into their own hands — using the power of #DirectDemocracy to protect & expand abortion.
In 2024, voters in 7 states took power into their own hands — using the power of #DirectDemocracy to protect & expand abortion.
There's only one week left before #RoadAhead25 Early Bird Registration closes - so register now!
Road Ahead ‘25 will take place at the Park MGM, Las Vegas, from April 29th to May 1st.
You can find all the details you need to register + more on our website: ballot.org/road-ahead-24/
Road Ahead ‘25 will take place at the Park MGM, Las Vegas, from April 29th to May 1st.
You can find all the details you need to register + more on our website: ballot.org/road-ahead-24/
January 16, 2025 at 9:16 PM
There's only one week left before #RoadAhead25 Early Bird Registration closes - so register now!
Road Ahead ‘25 will take place at the Park MGM, Las Vegas, from April 29th to May 1st.
You can find all the details you need to register + more on our website: ballot.org/road-ahead-24/
Road Ahead ‘25 will take place at the Park MGM, Las Vegas, from April 29th to May 1st.
You can find all the details you need to register + more on our website: ballot.org/road-ahead-24/
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New year, commitment to post more here.
Ballot measures were a bright light in 2024 but the work doesn’t stop after we win. We must protect the will of the people and this important tool. Check out @ballotstrategy.bsky.social’s new @convergencemag.com piece!
Ballot measures were a bright light in 2024 but the work doesn’t stop after we win. We must protect the will of the people and this important tool. Check out @ballotstrategy.bsky.social’s new @convergencemag.com piece!
Check out BISC's new piece in @convergencemag.com, authored by our Executive Director @cmfieldsy.bsky.social, on how #BallotMeasure organizers across the country are fighting to defend their wins as lawmakers and special interest groups try to undermine them and direct democracy at large.
January 15, 2025 at 10:47 PM
New year, commitment to post more here.
Ballot measures were a bright light in 2024 but the work doesn’t stop after we win. We must protect the will of the people and this important tool. Check out @ballotstrategy.bsky.social’s new @convergencemag.com piece!
Ballot measures were a bright light in 2024 but the work doesn’t stop after we win. We must protect the will of the people and this important tool. Check out @ballotstrategy.bsky.social’s new @convergencemag.com piece!
Check out BISC's new piece in @convergencemag.com, authored by our Executive Director @cmfieldsy.bsky.social, on how #BallotMeasure organizers across the country are fighting to defend their wins as lawmakers and special interest groups try to undermine them and direct democracy at large.
January 15, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Check out BISC's new piece in @convergencemag.com, authored by our Executive Director @cmfieldsy.bsky.social, on how #BallotMeasure organizers across the country are fighting to defend their wins as lawmakers and special interest groups try to undermine them and direct democracy at large.
Incarcerated people make up nearly one-third of California’s wildfire response teams.
Right now, they are putting their lives on the line for under $6 a day.
It doesn't have to be this way.
1/3
Right now, they are putting their lives on the line for under $6 a day.
It doesn't have to be this way.
1/3
January 9, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Incarcerated people make up nearly one-third of California’s wildfire response teams.
Right now, they are putting their lives on the line for under $6 a day.
It doesn't have to be this way.
1/3
Right now, they are putting their lives on the line for under $6 a day.
It doesn't have to be this way.
1/3
📣 BISC is hiring a Program Coordinator! 📣
We are looking for a Program Coordinator to support the development, integration, and implementation of BISC’s program work.
Learn more and apply now: bisc.bamboohr.com/careers/36
We are looking for a Program Coordinator to support the development, integration, and implementation of BISC’s program work.
Learn more and apply now: bisc.bamboohr.com/careers/36
December 11, 2024 at 10:15 PM
📣 BISC is hiring a Program Coordinator! 📣
We are looking for a Program Coordinator to support the development, integration, and implementation of BISC’s program work.
Learn more and apply now: bisc.bamboohr.com/careers/36
We are looking for a Program Coordinator to support the development, integration, and implementation of BISC’s program work.
Learn more and apply now: bisc.bamboohr.com/careers/36
We are excited to announce the theme for our #RoadAhead25 conference: "The Future is Now: Creating the World We Deserve.”
Our theme reflects our shared belief that we cannot wait for the future to arrive — we must create it now, and we must create it together.
Our theme reflects our shared belief that we cannot wait for the future to arrive — we must create it now, and we must create it together.
December 10, 2024 at 4:26 PM
We are excited to announce the theme for our #RoadAhead25 conference: "The Future is Now: Creating the World We Deserve.”
Our theme reflects our shared belief that we cannot wait for the future to arrive — we must create it now, and we must create it together.
Our theme reflects our shared belief that we cannot wait for the future to arrive — we must create it now, and we must create it together.
📣 BISC is hiring for two positions: 📣
We're hiring an Executive Assistant and a Policy & Legal Advocacy Director! The location for both of these positions is flexible within the U.S.
Learn more and apply now ➡️ ballot.org/jobs/
We're hiring an Executive Assistant and a Policy & Legal Advocacy Director! The location for both of these positions is flexible within the U.S.
Learn more and apply now ➡️ ballot.org/jobs/
November 22, 2024 at 5:11 PM
📣 BISC is hiring for two positions: 📣
We're hiring an Executive Assistant and a Policy & Legal Advocacy Director! The location for both of these positions is flexible within the U.S.
Learn more and apply now ➡️ ballot.org/jobs/
We're hiring an Executive Assistant and a Policy & Legal Advocacy Director! The location for both of these positions is flexible within the U.S.
Learn more and apply now ➡️ ballot.org/jobs/
Hey Bluesky, we're excited to be here! 👋
If you're new to BISC, we are a movement-building infrastructure organization whose mission is to strengthen #democracy by implementing a national progressive strategy for ballot measures rooted in building state-based power.
Head to ballot.org for more!
If you're new to BISC, we are a movement-building infrastructure organization whose mission is to strengthen #democracy by implementing a national progressive strategy for ballot measures rooted in building state-based power.
Head to ballot.org for more!
Ballot Initiative Strategy Center
We leverage ballot measures across the United States as part of a larger movement to strengthen democracy.
ballot.org
November 21, 2024 at 4:19 PM
Hey Bluesky, we're excited to be here! 👋
If you're new to BISC, we are a movement-building infrastructure organization whose mission is to strengthen #democracy by implementing a national progressive strategy for ballot measures rooted in building state-based power.
Head to ballot.org for more!
If you're new to BISC, we are a movement-building infrastructure organization whose mission is to strengthen #democracy by implementing a national progressive strategy for ballot measures rooted in building state-based power.
Head to ballot.org for more!
This election, voters in Arizona and North Dakota protected the #WillOfThePeople by voting down harmful, anti-democratic measures that would've made it nearly impossible for grassroots groups to put an initiative before voters.
#DefendDirectDemocracy
#DefendDirectDemocracy
November 21, 2024 at 4:03 PM
This election, voters in Arizona and North Dakota protected the #WillOfThePeople by voting down harmful, anti-democratic measures that would've made it nearly impossible for grassroots groups to put an initiative before voters.
#DefendDirectDemocracy
#DefendDirectDemocracy
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🚨New #Beans with @muellershewrote.bsky.social & @dgcomedy.bsky.social #MSWMedia
Guest: Chris Melody Fields Figueredo of @ballotstrategy.bsky.social
Listen: the-daily-beans.simplecast.com/episodes/peo...
Guest: Chris Melody Fields Figueredo of @ballotstrategy.bsky.social
Listen: the-daily-beans.simplecast.com/episodes/peo...
November 21, 2024 at 2:47 PM
🚨New #Beans with @muellershewrote.bsky.social & @dgcomedy.bsky.social #MSWMedia
Guest: Chris Melody Fields Figueredo of @ballotstrategy.bsky.social
Listen: the-daily-beans.simplecast.com/episodes/peo...
Guest: Chris Melody Fields Figueredo of @ballotstrategy.bsky.social
Listen: the-daily-beans.simplecast.com/episodes/peo...