At Sustainable Action Now, we believe the future belongs to those bold enough to fight for it. That’s why we proudly stand with movements like Leaders We Deserve, which are investing in a new generation of visionary, progressive youth leaders ready to shake up a system that’s left too many behind.
And we’re not alone. Even The Chicago Tribune—a paper not exactly known for championing insurgent politics—recently endorsed this rising wave of youth-led political transformation. In a powerful editorial, the Tribune threw its weight behind primary challenges targeting entrenched Democrats who’ve stopped listening to the people they were elected to serve.
“We support challenging the status quo that has left many Americans disenchanted and politically homeless.” – The Chicago Tribune
That’s the kind of clarity the movement needs. And it’s the spark that’s igniting change across the nation.
🌱 Explore how we’re shaping a better future for youth: Sustainable Action Now – Our Youth
🔥 Why Primary Challenges Matter More Than Ever
In countless safe blue districts, longtime incumbents are coasting on outdated politics, unwilling—or unable—to deliver on the issues that matter: climate justice, affordable housing, racial equity, reproductive freedom, and bold action on gun reform. The result? A party increasingly disconnected from the people it claims to represent.
Too many of these leaders care more about their reelection than about our rights. That complacency is costing us everything: from trust in democracy to real legislative wins that could transform lives.
But hope isn’t lost. It’s just been waiting for its moment.
That moment is now.
💥 $20 Million for a Movement
Leaders We Deserve just announced a groundbreaking $20 million investment aimed at electing young, progressive candidates in 2026. These aren’t just figureheads—they are organizers, climate activists, first-generation Americans, community builders, and movement leaders. And they’re running in blue districts, red-to-blue battlegrounds, and everywhere in between.
This isn’t about tearing down the Democratic Party. It’s about saving it—from stagnation, from inaction, from itself.
Because if we don’t change course soon, we risk losing not only the next generation of voters—but also the progress we’ve spent decades fighting for.
🌎 The Stakes: Youth Voices, Real Impact
At Sustainable Action Now, we’ve seen firsthand how youth-led organizing drives change. From climate strikes to policy innovation, young people are at the forefront of movements for a livable planet and equitable society.
And the statistics are clear:
- Gen Z and Millennials make up the largest voting bloc in American history.
- They’re more diverse, more progressive, and more engaged than any generation before.
- Yet, they remain woefully underrepresented in Congress and in state legislatures across the country.
We’re working to fix that—by supporting leadership programs, voter education, and grassroots organizing aimed squarely at empowering youth to step into positions of real power.
Learn more about how we’re creating pathways for young changemakers: Our Youth
🗳️ What You Can Do
Whether you’re 17 or 70, you have a role to play in building a future that centers justice, equity, and sustainability. Here’s how:
✅ Support Young Candidates
Donate, volunteer, or organize in your district to back candidates who align with your values—not just your party.
✅ Challenge the Status Quo
Primary elections are the battlegrounds for change. Know who’s representing you, and don’t be afraid to demand better.
✅ Invest in Youth Organizing
Help fund the training, mentorship, and infrastructure that prepares young leaders to win—not just run.
✅ Get Loud and Stay Loud
Follow and share updates from bold youth-focused movements, including Sustainable Action Now’s Youth Initiative.
🕊️ The Future Is Ours—If We Claim It
The truth is simple: we don’t have time to wait for political courage. Climate change is accelerating. Inequality is deepening. Rights are under attack.
We need leaders who are ready to face these challenges with clarity, urgency, and integrity—and we need them now.
Primary challenges aren’t a threat to progress. They are progress. They are how we hold power accountable. How we build a party—and a democracy—that reflects the people it serves.
So if you’re ready to break free from politics-as-usual and help usher in a new era of courageous leadership, join us. Help us nurture and empower the youth who will lead the way.
🚀 Because the future isn’t coming—it’s already here.
