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Democrat Cheri Bustos Champions Controversial Pro-Growth Agenda

2/10/2026

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Cheri Bustos, a centrist Democrat, leads Next American Era to push a pro-growth deregulatory agenda ahead of the 2028 elections.
The group seeks policies aligned with the abundance movement, calling for fewer regulations and expanded workforce training.
Critics Lindsay Owens and Zephyr Teachout say the agenda is vague.
The Revolving Door Project warns the movement has backing from major corporations and political networks, raising concerns about its true intentions.

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Story summary

Cheri Bustos, a centrist Democrat, leads Next American Era to push a pro-growth deregulatory agenda ahead of the 2028 elections.
The group seeks policies aligned with the abundance movement, calling for fewer regulations and expanded workforce training.
Critics Lindsay Owens and Zephyr Teachout say the agenda is vague.
The Revolving Door Project warns the movement has backing from major corporations and political networks, raising concerns about its true intentions.