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Political Strategy

To ensure your party reflects your values, become a local committee person.

Make a Difference

Do you want to make a real difference in the direction of your local, state, and national politics? The most effective way to start is by becoming a Precinct or Commitee Representative —a grassroots leader within your political party.
Will you join our movement and help us reach even more voters in New York state?

Upcoming Voting Dates

  • For the Primary Election:
    • Early Voting from June 14, 2025 through June 22, 2025
    • Election Day on June 24, 2025
  • For the General Election
    • Early Voting from October 25, 2025 through November 2, 2025
    • Election Day on November 4, 2025

Our Initiatives

Initiatives

Fighting for New York with Civic Action
Project Civica’s Political Strategy Initiative exists to restore common sense, accountability, and representative leadership in New York by building a bold, collaborative front—one candidate, one voter, one community at a time.

Where We Started: Common Sense Contract with New York

In 2024, Project Civica launched the Common Sense Contract with New York to answer a troubling trend: 48 legislative races had only one radical progressive candidate on the ballot. Voter turnout plummeted, civic involvement was stagnant, and there was no real choice.

We recruited citizen candidates willing to stand up for everyday New Yorkers—not party machines. Each candidate pledged to uphold 7 focused, nonpartisan priorities rooted in the needs of their communities. That contract became a rallying point for voters, organizations, and volunteers who were ready to act.


What’s Next: Expanding the Strategy in NYC

In 2025, we’re bringing the Common Sense Contract to New York City—and we need your help.

This is about more than a candidate. It’s about offering voters a clear, common-sense alternative they can rally behind across city council, mayoral, and even gubernatorial races. It’s also about inviting organizations, businesses, and neighborhood groups to stand up and say: We want a better future, and we’re willing to work for it.

Whether you're a candidate, volunteer, parent, educator, or small business owner—you have a role to play.

Voter Initiatives: Because Not Voting Isn’t Neutral

In 2022, over 7 million registered New Yorkers didn’t vote in the Governor’s race. That’s 54.6% of eligible voters—more than either candidate received.*

Imagine the difference if even a fraction of those voices had been heard.

We’re not waiting for election season to make a difference. Our year-round voter outreach includes:

  • Sending postcards to low-turnout voters
  • Using voter outreach apps for texts and calls (like Turning Point Action)
  • Launching targeted social media campaigns
  • Visiting high schools and colleges to boost civic literacy
  • Helping seniors and others access the polls
  • Partnering with local groups for rallies and registration drives
  • Promoting civic awareness in multiple languages across ethnic communities

*Data: NYS Board of Elections

Political Strategy Resources

Political Strategy Resources
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