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John --
Buenas
tardes. I’m Mario Arias, and I currently serve as the Allies Manager
at the Forward Party. Two years ago, my journey began as a state lead
for Nevada, where I had the opportunity to work closely with
volunteers and the community, which helped me truly understand the
importance of building committees within the Forward Party. Seeing the
growth of our movement firsthand, I realized how crucial committees
are for empowering people, fostering leadership, and keeping our party
connected to communities across the country. As we continue to grow,
these committees will be crucial in strengthening our ties to
communities and driving our mission forward.
What Went Well
In 2024,
we laid the foundation for our movement by launching four committees:
the Veterans & Veteran Families Committee, the Women’s Committee,
the Black Voters Committee, and the Young Forwardists. These
committees are driving progress by creating opportunities for
engagement, collaboration, and leadership in communities across the
country.
Committees play a critical role in ensuring that our party
remains inclusive, dynamic, and connected to diverse communities. They
provide a path for volunteers and supporters to come together, share
ideas, and take action. By focusing on communities that have often
been underrepresented, these committees ensure that every voice is
heard and that our work reflects the diverse values and experiences of
our nation.
Each
committee has already demonstrated its impact by supporting 15
Forward-endorsed candidates, providing the resources and platforms
these leaders need to share their vision. Together, our committees
successfully hosted text-banking events that reached over 55,000
voters, ensuring direct engagement with communities. Additionally,
they organized candidate forums featuring 15 dynamic leaders, giving
voters an opportunity to connect with the people who aim to represent
them.
The
importance of these committees is also reflected in their growth.
We’ve seen 380 new committee members eager to contribute their energy
and ideas. On social media, committees like the Young Forwardists,
Women’s Committee, and Black Voters Committee have amplified their
message, reaching a combined 550 followers. This growth demonstrates
how these groups inspire action, foster leadership, and build
connections that strengthen our movement.
These are our thoughts from 2024, but we
want to hear from you! Please head to this link and fill out your
thoughts on lessons learned, the direction the party should head in,
and projects we should tackle! We will read them all, and we will
highlight our top 10, along with the people who submitted them, in
early January as our New Years Resolutions.
2025 Projects
Looking
ahead, we’re expanding our efforts with new committees, including
LGBTQ+, AAPI, Hispanic & Latino, Indigenous, and Disability
Committees. These additions will ensure broader representation as we
continue building a more inclusive and engaged democracy.
Our
committees are the heart of this movement, and their work is just
getting started. Together, we’re building the Forward Party into a
force for change.
Thank you
for being part of this journey — let’s keep moving forward!
If you're still feeling the season of
giving, consider donating to Forward this season!
Happy New Year,
Mario Arias
https://home.forwardparty.com/
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