Forum: Midterm Mobilization The Cost of Living and the Power of Community-Which Issues Will Engage Voters and Turn the Tide in 2026?

Midterm elections are fast approaching. The race is on to maximize civic engagement and mobilize Americans to the polls. This session explores the power of community at the grassroots level, offering fresh strategies to increase voter turnout, combat misinformation, and amplify the voices of the underrepresented. Central to the conversation are the hot-button issues with the greatest potential to drive record voter participation and shape outcomes nationwide, from affordability and healthcare to the future of employment and how to protect and maintain the safety and integrity of our communities. The goal is to ensure that all Americans are informed, inspired, and determined to participate.