12/16/2025
As we approach the end of the year, I am making an exciting transition to launch a new initiative. Some time ago, I shared with the Board of the Institute that I planned to pursue a project with urgency: create a sustained national dialogue and negotiation on the future of American self-governance—one that brings together federal and state leaders while meaningfully centering citizen voices. Given this moment in our country, I’ve decided to jump in with both feet, now.
I’ll share more about this work in the months ahead, and I’d welcome the chance to connect individually if it’s of interest.
During more than 3 years at the Institute, I’ve focused on convening national leaders to strengthen our governing institutions and to model that there are principles central to our form of constitutional democracy that must rise above partisanship. On top of that we expanded our civic education programs that were in 14 states in 2022 to now operating in 45, and we recently completed the most successful fundraising effort in the Institute’s history. It’s been quite a run and I'm proud of that.
I’m grateful to the extraordinary board and staff whose dedication and engagement just astounds me; the organization is in a strong position for the future. I’ve been asked to consult with the Institute for a period as a Senior Advisor to support a smooth leadership transition, so I am sure I will see many of you around in the meantime!
