Higher Ground Labs

Did you play a role in tech decisions for a campaign this election cycle? If yes, your voice is crucial. Take the 2024 Election Tech Survey and help shape the future of political technology! Why Participate?  ➡️ Provides valuable insight into campaign tech usage.  ➡️ Help pinpoint areas for improvement and innovation.  ➡️ Influence where future tech investments are directed. The survey only takes 10 minutes! Topics include AI integration, budget allocation, and more. Take the survey here: https://lnkd.in/eJJD9kFF

As we push towards Election Day, campaigns are turning to organic social sharing to drive voter turnout in an authentic, people-powered way. Organic social sharing leverages community voices to amplify GOTV efforts, breaking through platform restrictions and reaching voters where it matters most—through trusted friends and connections. The Harris/Walz campaign and others are leading the way, empowering supporters with ready-to-share toolkits that make it easy to spread key messages quickly and effectively. Tools like SoSha (HGL 5) have been instrumental in getting over 15,000 posts into critical battleground states, reaching and engaging thousands more voters organically. Read our most recent blog post to learn how progressive campaigns are making strides by fostering genuine, community-driven engagement online: https://lnkd.in/eG9Zb92V

Rally the Vote by Relentless is here! This new data-driven GOTV feature helps you assist your friends in making voting plans by providing accurate voting locations, deadlines and requirements for all 50 states. Through the pairing of IWillVote’s polling place API and Rally’s 90% voter file match rate, Rally delivers early voting and Election day details right to your contacts! PLUS, Catalist’s AVEV data lets you track which of your friends have voted and who needs a reminder! Learn more about how Rally the Vote can power your GOTV efforts ⬇️

With 7 days until November 5th, Higher Ground Labs has compiled a guide of some of the most impactful GOTV resources and toolkits available today. In the final push, leveraging these powerful resources can make a crucial difference. From cutting edge data tools to voter engagement platforms and strategic planning tips, our guide offers insights to help Democratic campaigns reach, engage, and turn out voters effectively in the final stretch. ➡️ Explore the resources: https://lnkd.in/em7kGnSW

🗳️TargetSmart’s National 2024 Early & Absentee Vote Report is now live, providing real-time data on early voting turnout across the country. With insights like gender breakdown, party affiliation, and ballot returns over time, this tool is crucial for understanding who’s voting early. As of today, over 39 million ballots have already been cast, and the data continues to reveal trends that can help campaigns, advocates, and organizations plan their GOTV efforts more effectively. Stay updates on the latest voting trends and dive into the full report in the comments below ⬇️

Listen now! Higher Ground Labs’ VP of Programs & Partnerships, Leah Bae joins The Great Battlefield podcast to discuss her inspiring career in tech and politics, and her role in shaping the future of progressive tech. In this episode, Leah dives into the work of Higher Ground Labs and the Progressive AI Lab–from funding innovative start-ups to improving the political tech ecosystem for Democrats and progressives. Tune in to hear more about how Lean and HGL are driving advancements across the political tech landscape.

This GOTV season, Quiller (HGL 2023) got a major upgrade, making it easier than ever to create impactful, personalized content for the progressive movement. With this update, you’ll spend less time editing and more time focusing on what matters–crafting powerful, effective communications. Here’s what’s new:  ✅ Precision length control: Tailor your message perfectly for any platform ✅ Enhanced creative output: Fresh ideas to make your content stand out ✅ Improved responsiveness: Better alignment with your unique voice and goals Read more about Quiller’s latest model update in the comments below.

Join New/Mode today at 3:00pm ET for a post-election livestream, where top experts and organizers will share strategies and insights on how to effectively respond and mobilize on Day 1 after the 2024 election: https://lnkd.in/gGKZq_Kc 🎯 What to expect: ✨Lessons from the progressive response to the 2020 election ✨Rapid response strategies for different electoral outcomes ✨Expert tactics and best practices from veteran organizers 🔊Who you’ll hear from:  ✨ Vanessa Serna, Amnesty International ✨ Maurice Mitchell, Working Families Party ✨ Mike Podhorzer, Center for American Progress Sign up to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gGKZq_Kc

📆 This Thursday, October 17th - Join HGL's COO Tova Vance, WeSolv, and top industry leaders for the round table on Scenario Planning Amidst Economic and Political Uncertainty. Learn how to prepare for economic and political shifts, develop strong leadership, and support your teams through change. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eHpnGxqc #ScenarioPlanning

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and this year Defending Digital Campaigns is stepping up with a powerful initiative: the #ForgetPasswords campaign. Defending Digital Campaigns is calling for the political sector to ditch passwords in favor of passkeys – a more secure, streamlined way to protect core accounts, email and social media. Passkeys offer a stronger layer of security by eliminating the vulnerabilities associated with traditional passwords. Learn more about the campaign and how to stay safe online in the comments below.