The States Project
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We believe that state legislatures are the strongest force for change in America. 💪 If you want to fix our country, work with us in the states. 🇺🇸
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State lawmakers can take action to fight federal abuses of power like what we've seen unfold in Minnesota — but only if they have governing power they need to pass policy. We must build majorities in every state we can this November. Join us. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/28/u...
As Minneapolis Rages, Legislators Move to Restrict ICE in Their States
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January 28, 2026 at 3:23 PM
State lawmakers can take action to fight federal abuses of power like what we've seen unfold in Minnesota — but only if they have governing power they need to pass policy. We must build majorities in every state we can this November. Join us. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/28/u...
The Constitution gives state lawmakers, not the president, the power to set election rules. That means the *state lawmakers* we build power for in the states this November will be on the frontlines of ensuring voters select the next president.
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Trump: ‘We shouldn’t even have an election’
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
January 15, 2026 at 7:27 PM
The Constitution gives state lawmakers, not the president, the power to set election rules. That means the *state lawmakers* we build power for in the states this November will be on the frontlines of ensuring voters select the next president.
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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Our investment didn’t just expand the VA House majority in November — it changed who is at the decision table, with more women serving in the legislature than ever before. State lawmakers who are more representative of the diversity of their state? That’s real change. 💪 www.axios.com/local/richmo...
More women than ever will serve in Virginia's 2026 General Assembly
It's almost entirely due to Democratic women flipping House seats previously held by men.
www.axios.com
January 14, 2026 at 8:14 PM
Our investment didn’t just expand the VA House majority in November — it changed who is at the decision table, with more women serving in the legislature than ever before. State lawmakers who are more representative of the diversity of their state? That’s real change. 💪 www.axios.com/local/richmo...
TSP’s $7 million investment helped expand the balance of power in the Virginia House from a one-seat margin to a fourteen-seat majority—the largest majority since 1987.
Learn more about our impact in 2025:
statesproject.org/2025-impact/
Learn more about our impact in 2025:
statesproject.org/2025-impact/
Our 2025 Impact - The States Project
OUR 2025 IMPACT: BY THE NUMBERS In 2025, we invested a historic $7M in Virginia to flip an astounding thirteen seats in the House of Delegates. As the top national donor in the state, our investment h...
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January 14, 2026 at 4:08 PM
TSP’s $7 million investment helped expand the balance of power in the Virginia House from a one-seat margin to a fourteen-seat majority—the largest majority since 1987.
Learn more about our impact in 2025:
statesproject.org/2025-impact/
Learn more about our impact in 2025:
statesproject.org/2025-impact/
Trump is pulling on every lever at his disposal to rig elections in his favor, but state lawmakers can block rightwing power grabs and protect the voice of voters. THIS is why building governing power in state legislatures matters now more than ever. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
Trump is trying to change how the midterm elections are conducted
Many of these endeavors go far beyond typical political persuasion, challenging long-established democratic norms.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 13, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Trump is pulling on every lever at his disposal to rig elections in his favor, but state lawmakers can block rightwing power grabs and protect the voice of voters. THIS is why building governing power in state legislatures matters now more than ever. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
Lower costs. Fair prices. Affordable childcare. Arizona state lawmakers in the minority are showing up to this legislative session with a policy agenda that addresses the issues that matter most — and showing what's possible if we build new majorities this November. www.azcentral.com/story/news/p...
Arizona's Legislature is returning next week. Here's what to expect
As the session begins, uncertainty over money puts a question mark over Arizona lawmakers’ plans.
www.azcentral.com
January 9, 2026 at 10:07 PM
Lower costs. Fair prices. Affordable childcare. Arizona state lawmakers in the minority are showing up to this legislative session with a policy agenda that addresses the issues that matter most — and showing what's possible if we build new majorities this November. www.azcentral.com/story/news/p...
If you want to fix our country, work with us in the states.
January 7, 2026 at 9:13 PM
If you want to fix our country, work with us in the states.
No one should have to choose between their paychecks, their own health, or caring for their loved ones.
State lawmakers have the power to ensure all workers have livable wages and paid sick and family leave.
State lawmakers have the power to ensure all workers have livable wages and paid sick and family leave.
January 2, 2026 at 6:10 PM
No one should have to choose between their paychecks, their own health, or caring for their loved ones.
State lawmakers have the power to ensure all workers have livable wages and paid sick and family leave.
State lawmakers have the power to ensure all workers have livable wages and paid sick and family leave.
Our work in Virginia this year didn’t just defend the House majority — we helped expand it by 13 seats. One of the biggest forces behind this victory? Women. 💅
December 30, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Our work in Virginia this year didn’t just defend the House majority — we helped expand it by 13 seats. One of the biggest forces behind this victory? Women. 💅
You can read more about the outcomes our work made possible here. And if you were one of the thousands of people who chose to take action with us, even when confronted with headline after heavy headline, thank you. We couldn’t do this work without you. statesproject.org/2025-impact/
Our 2025 Impact - The States Project
OUR 2025 IMPACT: BY THE NUMBERS In 2025, we invested a historic $7M in Virginia to flip an astounding thirteen seats in the House of Delegates. As the top national donor in the state, our investment h...
statesproject.org
December 23, 2025 at 4:14 PM
You can read more about the outcomes our work made possible here. And if you were one of the thousands of people who chose to take action with us, even when confronted with headline after heavy headline, thank you. We couldn’t do this work without you. statesproject.org/2025-impact/
And those lawmakers we helped elect are already considering how to lower costs, protect personal freedoms, and defend voters’ voices before they head into session next month.
December 23, 2025 at 4:14 PM
And those lawmakers we helped elect are already considering how to lower costs, protect personal freedoms, and defend voters’ voices before they head into session next month.
In 12 of those districts, candidates we fueled won by 55% or less of the vote. These narrow margins, powered by our strategy and the evidence-based tactics our community funded, made the difference between a 51- and a 64-seat majority!
December 23, 2025 at 4:14 PM
In 12 of those districts, candidates we fueled won by 55% or less of the vote. These narrow margins, powered by our strategy and the evidence-based tactics our community funded, made the difference between a 51- and a 64-seat majority!
With a new governor elected, Virginia has a trifecta that can block the worst of Trump’s policies and advance policies that improve lives. Our work together didn’t just defend the House majority — we helped expand it by 13 seats.
December 23, 2025 at 4:14 PM
With a new governor elected, Virginia has a trifecta that can block the worst of Trump’s policies and advance policies that improve lives. Our work together didn’t just defend the House majority — we helped expand it by 13 seats.
As we prepare for 2026, which will be another defining year in the fight to defend our democracy, let’s take a moment to reflect on what we accomplished together this year. 🧵
December 23, 2025 at 4:14 PM
As we prepare for 2026, which will be another defining year in the fight to defend our democracy, let’s take a moment to reflect on what we accomplished together this year. 🧵
“We’ve seen a trend of blue states delivering on the needs of constituents. That is the opportunity: How do you do the popular things that are also salient & resonate with what people are feeling right now.”
More from our own Mandara Meyers in @nbcnews.com:
www.nbcnews.com/politics/202...
More from our own Mandara Meyers in @nbcnews.com:
www.nbcnews.com/politics/202...
Gavin Newsom signed nearly 800 bills this year. Here's what's in them — and what they mean for 2028
The massive pile of legislation that came across the California governor's desk in 2025 could help form the basis of a future national platform.
www.nbcnews.com
December 22, 2025 at 4:09 PM
“We’ve seen a trend of blue states delivering on the needs of constituents. That is the opportunity: How do you do the popular things that are also salient & resonate with what people are feeling right now.”
More from our own Mandara Meyers in @nbcnews.com:
www.nbcnews.com/politics/202...
More from our own Mandara Meyers in @nbcnews.com:
www.nbcnews.com/politics/202...
Did you know a state legislative campaign usually costs less than 3% of a competitive U.S. Senate race?
That means your donations go further in state legislative races. 👀⬇️
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That means your donations go further in state legislative races. 👀⬇️
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TAKE ACTION - The States Project
Ready to work with us in the states? Together we can build governing power for state lawmakers committed to improving lives.
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December 19, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Did you know a state legislative campaign usually costs less than 3% of a competitive U.S. Senate race?
That means your donations go further in state legislative races. 👀⬇️
hubs.ly/Q03MDr-l0
That means your donations go further in state legislative races. 👀⬇️
hubs.ly/Q03MDr-l0
State legislatures are where we have the power to build a better future for all Americans.
December 12, 2025 at 3:45 PM
State legislatures are where we have the power to build a better future for all Americans.
“Virginia became the 16th Democratic trifecta.
And that has a lot of power to not only do things to improve Virginians' lives, but also to impact the entire country." - Melissa Walker, Principal Strategist
More from Melissa & Daniel Squadron on Here’s the Thing: open.spotify.com/episode/78i1...
And that has a lot of power to not only do things to improve Virginians' lives, but also to impact the entire country." - Melissa Walker, Principal Strategist
More from Melissa & Daniel Squadron on Here’s the Thing: open.spotify.com/episode/78i1...
Inside the States Project with Daniel Squadron and Melissa Walker
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December 11, 2025 at 2:07 PM
“Virginia became the 16th Democratic trifecta.
And that has a lot of power to not only do things to improve Virginians' lives, but also to impact the entire country." - Melissa Walker, Principal Strategist
More from Melissa & Daniel Squadron on Here’s the Thing: open.spotify.com/episode/78i1...
And that has a lot of power to not only do things to improve Virginians' lives, but also to impact the entire country." - Melissa Walker, Principal Strategist
More from Melissa & Daniel Squadron on Here’s the Thing: open.spotify.com/episode/78i1...
As the federal government fails millions of Americans, state lawmakers are taking action to improve lives.
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State Lawmakers Aren’t Waiting for Congress to Get Its Act Together
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December 10, 2025 at 5:02 PM
As the federal government fails millions of Americans, state lawmakers are taking action to improve lives.
talkingpointsmemo.com/cafe/state-l...
talkingpointsmemo.com/cafe/state-l...
An effective government defends people’s right to privacy. State lawmakers can use their governing power to protect their constituents against federal overreach.
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CT strengthens residents' data protections amid federal requests
Federal officials approached CT's third-party vendor, asking for SNAP recipients' personal information. State officials took it as a warning.
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December 9, 2025 at 2:33 PM
An effective government defends people’s right to privacy. State lawmakers can use their governing power to protect their constituents against federal overreach.
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The woman who wrote Wicked is one of the thousands of people who helps power our work to build governing power in state legislatures. Read our full interview with Winnie Holzman about why this work gives her hope, even in times like these: statesproject.org/state-legisl...
State legislatures: A Wicked good way to win political power - The States Project
“Some things I cannot change, but ’til I try I’ll never know.” — ELPHABA IN WICKED Winnie Holzman is best known for writing the script of the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Wicked, and for co-wri...
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December 8, 2025 at 6:31 PM
The woman who wrote Wicked is one of the thousands of people who helps power our work to build governing power in state legislatures. Read our full interview with Winnie Holzman about why this work gives her hope, even in times like these: statesproject.org/state-legisl...
This decision makes it clear that we can't trust a rightwing majority SCOTUS to protect voters.
But we can build governing power for state lawmakers who will defend the voices of voters in elections.
That's why we MUST win in the states.
www.politico.com/news/2025/12...
But we can build governing power for state lawmakers who will defend the voices of voters in elections.
That's why we MUST win in the states.
www.politico.com/news/2025/12...
Supreme Court gives Texas OK to use House map drawn to boost GOP
The decision bolsters Trump’s attempt to tilt the playing field toward Republicans before the midterms.
www.politico.com
December 5, 2025 at 10:35 PM
This decision makes it clear that we can't trust a rightwing majority SCOTUS to protect voters.
But we can build governing power for state lawmakers who will defend the voices of voters in elections.
That's why we MUST win in the states.
www.politico.com/news/2025/12...
But we can build governing power for state lawmakers who will defend the voices of voters in elections.
That's why we MUST win in the states.
www.politico.com/news/2025/12...
From simplifying vote-by-mail to reducing lines at voting locations, state lawmakers have the power to protect voters' voices in our elections and block rightwing attacks on our democracy.
www.democracydocket.com/opinion/seve...
www.democracydocket.com/opinion/seve...
Seven Voting Laws Every Blue State Should Enact Right Now
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
December 5, 2025 at 2:23 PM
From simplifying vote-by-mail to reducing lines at voting locations, state lawmakers have the power to protect voters' voices in our elections and block rightwing attacks on our democracy.
www.democracydocket.com/opinion/seve...
www.democracydocket.com/opinion/seve...
No one should ever have to choose between feeding their kids or putting a roof over their head.
State policymakers are using their governing power to make sure all Americans can afford the essentials.
www.urban.org/urban-wire/s...
State policymakers are using their governing power to make sure all Americans can afford the essentials.
www.urban.org/urban-wire/s...
States Are Stepping In to Address the Housing Affordability Crisis. Is Your State Doing Enough?
Setting housing targets can help policymakers create effective strategies that meet their specific supply and affordability needs.
www.urban.org
December 4, 2025 at 8:09 PM
No one should ever have to choose between feeding their kids or putting a roof over their head.
State policymakers are using their governing power to make sure all Americans can afford the essentials.
www.urban.org/urban-wire/s...
State policymakers are using their governing power to make sure all Americans can afford the essentials.
www.urban.org/urban-wire/s...
Abortion access. Good schools. Affordable healthcare. Clean air and water. Everything we care about starts in state legislatures.
December 2, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Abortion access. Good schools. Affordable healthcare. Clean air and water. Everything we care about starts in state legislatures.