
Seizing the Initiative
What We Do
Millions of Americans feel politically homeless in our increasingly polarized nation, alienated by the ideological rigidity that has come to define the left, terrified by the rising authoritarianism of the right, and frustrated by the establishment complacency of the center. Instead of waiting for a better alternative, we’re building one. This is our way of seizing the initiative: creating a new political home where we can come together, debate big ideas, and work toward a vision rooted in universal rights, freedoms, and opportunity—a more perfect union for all.
The All American
The All American is where we debate and promote ideas to propel the emerging vision of American Universalism and build our community. We bring a particular lens to the conversation as lifelong movement builders and strategists and feature leaders who can speak firsthand to the most effective ways to build a united front against authoritarianism.
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As we develop new and exciting ways for Americans to take action, you’ll find them here at TheAllAmerican.com.
How It Started
American Futures began early in 2024 when Ilyse, Seth, and Peter—feeling politically homeless themselves—came together around a shared conviction that something new was urgently needed if authoritarianism was to be defeated, and that millions of Americans were looking for a fresh movement space rooted in patriotism and universalist values.
Meet Our Founders
We are proven builders who have collectively helped tens of millions of Americans get engaged in our democracy.
Ilyse Hogue
Ilyse is a Senior Fellow at New America, is an expert communicator and campaigner, having focused her career on the effective spread of ideas and action through rapidly evolving information ecosystems.
Peter Teague
Peter provides strategic advice to foundations, individual donors, and nonprofit organizations.
Seth Flaxman
Seth Flaxman helps leaders and donors develop and scale critical strategies to strengthen democracy and defeat authoritarianism.