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Democrats Unveil Project 2029, Warn Ideas Primary Distraction.

5/28/2026

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Democrats launched Project 2029 on May 28, 2026, releasing proposals that call for breaking utility monopolies, expanding affordable child-care, adding digital guardrails for children, and curbing the “Annoyance Economy.”
The advisory board, led by Chad Maisel, includes economist Justin Wolfers and former Obama aide Tara McGuinness.
Democratic strategists warn that an “ideas primary” could distract from messaging as the DNC Rules Committee meets on the calendar and Iowa officials threaten action.

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Story summary

Democrats launched Project 2029 on May 28, 2026, releasing proposals that call for breaking utility monopolies, expanding affordable child-care, adding digital guardrails for children, and curbing the “Annoyance Economy.”
The advisory board, led by Chad Maisel, includes economist Justin Wolfers and former Obama aide Tara McGuinness.
Democratic strategists warn that an “ideas primary” could distract from messaging as the DNC Rules Committee meets on the calendar and Iowa officials threaten action.