How Democrats can un-rig the system and regain political power
Join Volunteer Blue for an exclusive conversation with Ben Wikler, former chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin.
Despite leading a state once dubbed a “democracy desert” due to extreme Republican gerrymandering, Wikler guided Wisconsin Democrats to a historic string of unlikely victories.
In this session, Wikler will share insights from his book, This Is the Plan: How to End America’s Meltdown and Save Democracy, which details a step-by-step strategy to defeat authoritarianism, elect transformative leaders, and pass laws that serve the common good.
Drawing on his experience as the former Washington Director of MoveOn.org — where he led the grassroots defense of Obamacare in 2017 — Wikler will outline how to make America dictator-proof and defeat MAGA at every level of the ballot.
What you’ll learn:
- The hidden structures of power that shape American lives
- The art and science of winning highly competitive elections
- A people-powered path to protect and restore democracy
Wikler’s key actions for volunteers in 2026
- Elect action-oriented Democrats who are ready to govern effectively
- Support candidates committed to systemic, structural government reforms
- Mobilize for key races, from competitive congressional seats down to crucial state legislatures and governors’ mansions
This 30-minute Zoom includes a live Q&A where you can ask questions and learn how to get involved in this critical election year.
Volunteer Blue connects volunteers with 40+ grassroots organizations working to flip Congress in 2026. Our coaches will match you with the right action for your interests, skills, and schedule.
