Centrist Democrats plan policy forum focused on affordability and economic messaging

Sat, 02 May 2026 22:05:00 +0200

Centrist Democrats are preparing a more organized affordability message ahead of the midterm elections through a new policy forum hosted by the Effective Governing Coalition, a nonprofit aligned with the New Democrat Coalition. The event is scheduled for May 12 in Washington, D.C., at the Planet Word Museum, and it is being framed as “Delivering an Effective Economy: A Solutions Conference.” According to the article, the group launched in 2024 as an offshoot of the centrist New Democratic Coalition and focuses on economic growth, environmental sustainability, health care access, and national defense.

The conference is designed to help Democratic leaders sharpen how they talk about the cost of living and present practical solutions on affordability. It will also feature new polling on voter concerns about prices and household expenses, suggesting that economic pressure remains a major political issue. Lawmakers such as New Democrats Chair Brad Schneider are expected to attend. The piec