Project 2029: A Mandate for Economic and Political Justice
Disclaimer: This document outlines a bold and ambitious policy agenda. It is grounded in the foundational principles of the U.S. Constitution, particularly the Preamble’s call to “form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty.” While all proposals are intended to be consistent with this spirit, some, particularly those that challenge long-standing power structures, would likely face significant legal and political challenges. The proposals for constitutional amendments are explicitly noted.
About This Project 2029
Since 2024, several “Project 2029” initiatives have emerged as progressive responses to Project 2025. These include Democracy Journal’s establishment effort (led by Andrei Cherny with advisors like Jake Sullivan and Neera Tanden), a grassroots coalition at project2029.me, the ASDC’s democracy-focused initiative, and various progressive advocacy frameworks.
This Project 2029 is an independent policy framework that predates most of these initiatives. What distinguishes this version:
- Comprehensive and detailed: 180,000+ words of fully developed policy with legal analysis, constitutional authority assessments, and implementation timelines
- Fully funded framework: Complete fiscal analysis showing outcomes from a -$235B worst-case deficit (an 86% reduction vs. current) to a +$895B annual surplus
- Evidence-based: Every proposal backed by international precedents and rigorous citations
- Accessible: Available in both technical and public-facing editions
- Independent: Not affiliated with any political party, think tank, or establishment organization
For a catalog of other Project 2029 initiatives and how they differ, see Other Project 2029 Initiatives.
Document Navigation
This comprehensive policy blueprint has been organized into sections for easier navigation. Each section can be accessed through the links below:
Core Sections
- Introduction: Reclaiming America’s Promise
- Overview of the policy agenda
- Foundational principles and goals
- Institutional restoration and constitutional checks
- The Twelve Acts of Reconstruction: Legislative Agenda
- The 21st Century Government Transparency and Efficiency Act
- The American Health Security Act
- The Freedom to Vote and Fair Elections Act
- The American Communication and Information Act
- The Tax Justice and Economic Fairness Act
- The Economic Opportunity and Fairness Act (including Federal Job Guarantee)
- The Law Enforcement Professionalization and Accountability Act
- The Equal Opportunity in Education Act
- The 21st Century Antitrust and Competition Act
- The Institutional Integrity and Structural Sanitation Act
- The Digital Governance and Artificial Intelligence Act
- The Strategic Energy and Green Industrial Act
- Emergency Stabilization Measures: Executive Actions
- Day 1, 30, 60, 90, and 120 executive actions
- Temporary measures to restore enforcement of existing laws
- Legal authority and implementation details for each action
- Risk assessments and mitigation strategies
- Strategic Implementation Sequencing
- Tier 1: Early wins and momentum building (Days 1-30)
- Tier 2: Foundation building and institutional change (Days 31-90)
- Tier 3: Major transformations and long-term initiatives (Days 91-180)
- Legislative sequencing strategy
- Risk mitigation and contingency planning
Supporting Analysis
- International Precedents: Learning from Success Stories
- Tax policy: Progressive taxation works
- Healthcare: Universal coverage is achievable and affordable
- Labor policy: Worker protections strengthen economies
- Electoral reform: Multi-party democracy succeeds
- Government efficiency and transparency
- Defense spending reductions
- Police training and professionalization
- A Fiscally Responsible Agenda: Paying for Progress
- Revenue sources: Progressive tax reform
- Expenditure analysis: Costs and savings
- Fiscal summary: The math works
- Phase-in timeline keeps early costs lower
- The Role of the Judiciary
- Judicial appointment strategy
- Litigation preparedness
- Success Metrics and Accountability Framework
- Economic justice metrics
- Healthcare access and affordability
- Democratic participation and integrity
- Government efficiency and transparency
- Federal Job Guarantee program metrics
- Anti-trust and competition metrics
- Law enforcement accountability and community safety
- Defense spending efficiency
- Annual reporting and public accountability
Addressing Concerns
- Frequently Asked Questions: Addressing Common Concerns
- Economic and fiscal questions
- Political and governance questions
- Implementation questions
- Conclusion: A New Mandate for a New Era
- Final call to action
- Related notes and resources
Quick Summary
The Challenge: For decades, the American economy has worked brilliantly for those at the very top while middle-class families have seen wages stagnate, benefits evaporate, and opportunities systematically dismantled.
The Solution: Project 2029 is a comprehensive, fully-funded plan to restore economic and political power to the American people through:
- Immediate executive actions within the first 180 days
- Bold legislative reforms addressing healthcare, taxation, labor rights, electoral systems, law enforcement, education, corporate accountability, institutional integrity, and AI governance.
- Fiscal responsibility with $1.055T-$1.735T in new annual revenue funding $840B-$1.29T in new programs, resulting in up to $895B annual surplus (even the worst case reduces the current deficit by 86%).
The Evidence: Every major policy proposal is based on:
- International precedents (successful implementation in other developed democracies)
- Historical U.S. precedent (policies that worked during America’s strongest periods)
- Rigorous fiscal analysis (detailed cost-benefit calculations)
- Clear constitutional authority (legal analysis for each action)
The Timeline:
- Days 1-180: Executive actions requiring no Congressional approval
- Year 1: Healthcare reform and democratic reform legislation
- Year 2: Economic justice legislation (tax reform, workers’ rights, law enforcement reform)
- Year 3: Corporate accountability and long-term structural reforms
The Cost: Fully paid for through progressive tax reform and efficiency savings in moderate/optimistic scenarios, with major deficit reduction even in the conservative scenario. Compared to the current trajectory, the fiscal position improves by approximately $1.47T-$2.60T annually.
How to Use This Document
- For policy makers: Each section includes detailed legal authority, implementation timelines, risk assessments, and precedents
- For advocates: Use the fiscal analysis and international precedents to build public support
- For researchers: All claims are supported by citations and references to successful implementations elsewhere
- For the public: See the companion document Project 2029: We the People Edition for an accessible overview
Document Structure Overview
This is the comprehensive technical version with full legal analysis, constitutional authority assessments, implementation details, and risk mitigation strategies. Total length: ~180,000 words across 10 sections.
For a shorter, more accessible version suitable for public engagement, see Project 2029: We the People Edition (~30,000 words).
Other Versions
- Project 2029: We the People Edition - Public-facing accessible version
- Return to Home Page - Choose between technical and public versions
Last updated: February 2026
Note: This document represents a comprehensive policy framework. Individual sections can be read independently or sequentially. For the complete experience, start with the Introduction and proceed through each section in order.