Watch Wilmer Valderrama tell his immigration story

By Pedro Morillas, Immigration Reform Campaign Manager

There are so many reasons we need to pass comprehensive immigration reform. But some of the most compelling arguments I’ve heard are made from the heart. Hearing…

What minimum wage means to me

By Gina Strandlien

I am 56 years old, and I make $8.75 per hour. That’s an improvement on my previous job, where I made just $7.60, but it’s still barely enough to survive. Once I was an elementary school teacher, living comfortably with benefits. Now…

The next generation of progressive organizers is here

By Nick Edwards

Detrimental droughts threaten California agriculture

By John Copeland

Even more exciting progress for marriage equality

By Kelly Byrne, National Issues Campaign Manager

A few weeks ago, we celebrated when the Supreme Court quietly brought the country one step closer to marriage equality.

OFA’s 13 favorite #StandWithWomen organizing moments of 2013

By Sue Dupont, OFA New Hampshire Digital Lead

We stand with women by fighting for economic security, protecting access to health care, and supporting women’s leadership across the country. This year —…

OFA volunteers honored as White House Champions of Change

Californians fought for clean energy choices — and won

By Kyoko Takayama, OFA California volunteer

A major part of fighting back against climate change is helping our local communities switch to clean energy.