DemocracyFirst

Overview

DemocracyFirst is a U.S. nonprofit organization founded in 2021 with a mission to preserve the future of free and fair elections and to counter the anti-democracy movement in America. It aims to mobilize an ideologically diverse pro-democracy coalition to defeat authoritarianism and restore political consensus on core democratic principles.

Programs

DemocracyFirst's flagship initiative is the DemocracyFirst Promise campaign. This campaign invites candidates and elected officials to publicly pledge their commitment to four key principles:

1. Protect the Right to Vote: Ensure that all eligible citizens have their voting rights safeguarded.
2. Denounce Political Violence: Reject violence against election workers and political opponents.
3. Combat Election Disinformation: Stop the spread of false information regarding elections.
4. Accept Election Outcomes: Accept election results, certify them when votes are counted, and support a peaceful transfer of power.

This campaign provides a cross-partisan baseline for evaluating candidates and officials based on their commitment to democratic norms and the rule of law.

Activities and Support

DemocracyFirst actively promotes and supports pro-democracy leaders at local, state, and national levels. It also holds accountable those who undermine core democratic principles. The organization has been instrumental in building bipartisan coalitions across various states, including Arizona, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, where diverse groups of officials have endorsed the DemocracyFirst Promise. Additionally, DemocracyFirst has received support from former members of Congress and prominent public figures.

Public Outreach and Engagement

To enhance its mission, DemocracyFirst engages in various public outreach efforts, including media campaigns and partnerships with leaders from different political backgrounds. It uses news media and public events to spread awareness about the importance of democratic values and the need for collective action to preserve them.

EIN and Legal Entity

DemocracyFirst is registered with an Employer Identification Number (EIN) of 881027253, which serves as a unique identifier for the organization. This registration allows it to operate as a nonprofit entity in the United States.