I have led No Labels for 13 years and it is the passion of my life. Everyone at No Labels operates with a sense of urgency because the work we are doing — to bridge the political divide and bring our leaders together to solve problems — is so critically important to all of us, and to the future of our country.
I set very high standards for myself and for everyone who works with our organization. No Labels’ leadership and staff are almost all female and I take so much pride that I have been able to nurture and advance the careers of so many talented and fabulous young women over the years.
At No Labels, we don’t keep our employees in a box and we encourage our team to be independent, entrepreneurial and committed to excellence. Our movement building work requires a relentless staff of people who are meticulous and capable of making something out of nothing. Above all, we need people who are mission-driven. This work is hard. On many days, we’re pushing a rock up a hill in a town where cooperation is discouraged and far too many profit from, or perpetuate, pitting Americans against one another.
No Labels has many staff and leaders who have been with us for years. We have many people who worked here, and had a tremendous experience on their way to building their career elsewhere.
For those people terminated by our organization in the last year and a half who still carry grudges and felt the need to smear our team and me personally I say: I am sorry it didn’t work out for you here. I hope you find your passion and calling.
Some may wonder why No Labels is devoting so much time to countering these spurious attacks. It’s because we are fighting for the integrity of the organization and all the leaders and citizens far and wide who believe in our mission. It’s because we are often fighting against the extremes and establishments of both parties who want to preserve the very status quo that sustains their influence at the expense of the American people and the ability to meet our biggest challenges.
At No Labels, the hours are long and the work is challenging, but it is so rewarding knowing you are making a real impact and giving voice to the frustrations and aspirations of millions of Americans.
-Nancy Jacobson
