I think part of it has to do with the complexity around the corruption bills. So I had it do a analysis of implementation: Operation Hope - Anti Corruption/Campaign Finance - #16 by enduser I’m not sure if this will help us? It came up with some mundane and some good ideas at the same time in my opinion.
I think it’s good to consider the political tide and the headwinds for sure. I think it’s also smart to be somewhat flexible with which of these 3 were actually pushing. Maybe if one of the 3 has an opening. We shift course real quick?
Agreed, we have to be dynamic here. Let’s try to get each of the 3 ideas down to either one focus or 2 distinct separate ones. We’ll be primed to take action, and have backups if something becomes untenable.
I’m of the mind that a small start is better right now, something that will garner support from all sides and actually pass quickly. Never very likely in congress, but possible.
Hey everyone @here - thanks for keeping the conversation going! Do you think we could shoot for getting one of the pieces of leg. drafted by this Thursday so I can give some feedback for moving forward before the holiday?
Here’s a template:
LEGISLATION: Paid Family Leave
WHAT:Include a link either to leg. that has been introduced before, or provide a brief statement about what it should be if no leg. drafts exist (no more than 3 sentences if possible)
WHERE: Federal, State, or Local (provide specifics if necessary in 3 sentences or less)
WHY: In 3 sentences or less, explain why we should focus on this. Assume we all know why it’s important for society. The question is: Why is this the best strategic move?
Well we didn’t quite pull it together by Thursday. There are bills for anti corruption and for paid family leave that have been introduced by senators, I put links to them in the topic discussions. I’ll take another look at immigration reform.
LEGISLATION: Comprehensive Family Well-being and Workplace Harmony Act
WHAT: The Comprehensive Family Well-being and Workplace Harmony Act aims to establish a federal paid family leave policy in the United States. The legislation proposes to provide eligible employees with a certain amount of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, serious illness of a family member, or the individual’s own health condition.
WHERE: Federal level in the United States.
WHY: This federal legislation is a strategic move as it addresses a universal need for paid family leave, providing a consistent policy across states. It supports workplace harmony by acknowledging the importance of work-life balance and family well-being. A federal approach ensures equitable access for all employees, contributing to a more inclusive and supportive work environment.
WHAT: The Spotlight Act seeks to enhance transparency in tax-exempt organizations by repealing a specific Internal Revenue Service (IRS) revenue procedure (Rev. Proc. 2018-38). It mandates the disclosure of substantial contributors (persons contributing more than $5,000 per year) by tax-exempt organizations falling under sections 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), and 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code.
WHERE: Federal level in the United States.
WHY: The Spotlight Act is strategically important as it addresses a specific gap in financial transparency, particularly within tax-exempt organizations. By requiring the disclosure of substantial contributors and making this information accessible to the public, it strengthens accountability and provides a crucial tool in the fight against corruption. This legislation aligns with broader anti-corruption efforts, ensuring consistent disclosure standards across relevant tax-exempt entities.
LEGISLATION: Compassionate Integration and Inclusive Immigration Act
WHAT: The Compassionate Integration and Inclusive Immigration Act is designed to comprehensively reform immigration policies in the United States. While no specific draft is referenced, the legislation would likely encompass provisions for a more inclusive and humane immigration system, addressing issues such as pathways to citizenship, asylum processes, and family reunification.
WHERE: Federal level in the United States.
WHY: This comprehensive immigration reform is strategically significant as it addresses a pressing and multifaceted issue with far-reaching societal impacts. By advocating for more compassionate immigration policies, the legislation aligns with the values of inclusivity and social justice, contributing to a more equitable and harmonious society. Strategically, it positions the progressive cohort as champions of humane and pragmatic immigration solutions, appealing to a broad base of support.
I can reform any of the above or add more detail. I read through it and I would say I agree with much of what is said with the language used. This will be partly my bias due to my context windows producing this, so please chime in if have any comments.
Hey everyone @here - I see the conversations are blossoming. Just checking in to see what the status is in being able to provide a concise summary for one of the three pieces of legislation. See my original post here with a template for that.
It’s likely the least complicated and least controversial of the top 3 we voted on. It is something impactful that’s popular across the aisle and, as discussed in the individual thread on it, has had legislation introduced but was wrapped in numerous problems. https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/248/text
I’m sure it’s a standard framework, looks to be fairly well written, but I think it’s in desperate need of real civilians’ input instead of lawmaker bubble filtering. The amount of aid will be questionable depending on the region of the recipient, a common problem with federal programs.
It appears member involvement has dispersed a bit from this collective effort. Hopefully this is due to the crunch of holidays. Keep it moving if you want a movement, we’ve got this!