You’re not here by accident.
You’re here because something feels broken—and because deep down, you still believe we can fix it.
This space—Framework for Action—is for people who are frustrated by performative politics but not ready to give up on democracy. It’s for those who want to rebuild trust, renew civic engagement, and create a future that actually works for the next generation.
What Is This?
Framework for Action is a long-view project to reimagine American democracy—starting with a simple idea:
We don’t need a revolution. We need a framework.
What started as a manifesto—Project Phoenix—has grown into something bigger: a civic movement powered by belief, action, and the refusal to settle for a system that keeps failing the people it’s supposed to serve.
This Substack will serve as a dispatch center for ideas, updates, and conversation. I’ll share behind-the-scenes thinking, strategy, and stories as we build a values-first, citizen-powered alternative to the status quo.
What You Can Expect
Essays on democracy, political culture, and reform
Deep dives into parts of the Phoenix Five (action agendas)
Updates from the movement as it takes shape
Practical ways to get involved—whether you have 5 minutes or 5 hours
Conversations with others doing the work
You don’t need to agree with everything. But if you believe in rebuilding rather than retreating—this is your space.
Why Now?
Because democracy won’t save itself.
Because too many people feel politically homeless.
Because we’ve spent enough time yelling into the void.
This is for those who want to build something better—not just critique what’s broken.
Welcome.
Let’s rise with purpose.
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Jeff Johnson
Founder, Framework for Action
frameworkforaction.org