Contest: Your Economic Policy Idea Could Be Worth $100K
Lanya Shapiro
Hey folks,
I want
to let you know about a project I'm involved with – an economic policy
contest that just launched today: a national call for the best ideas “Since Sliced Bread.”
SEIU (Service Employees International Union) is giving away $200,000
(!) for the best ideas to strengthen our economy and improve the
day-to-day lives of working men and women and their families.
Here's the link:
http://www.SinceSlicedBread.com
Do you
remember the last good idea to come from Washington? Neither do
I. Our political institutions haven't kept pace with the enormous
economic transformation America has seen over the past two decades, so
we're done waiting for those who claim to represent us to address the
concerns of working people. We're looking to you to come up with
policy ideas that enable workers to attain the promises of a new
economy, and SEIU has $200,000 for ideas that:
* Create an environment that respects the voice and protects the interests of workers;
* Expand entrepreneurial incentives and opportunities;
* Make it possible for workers to remain competitive in changing industries; and/or
* Increase American job growth and stability within our global economy.
To level
the playing field, we're not looking for a lot of details; in fact,
there's a 175 word limit – if you're long-winded (you know who you
are), that might be your biggest challenge! Read the background
here: http://www.sinceslicedbread.com/about/overview
Although
Since Sliced Bread is a fun contest, we're dead serious about the
policy impact. A panel of national experts will select the top 21
ideas, and then the public will vote. The grand prize is $100,000 plus
SEIU's commitment to work to make that idea a reality. Early next year,
they'll publish a book featuring all 21 finalists and their
organizational affiliations. Which one of you will be in there?
You can get a jump on the competition if you start thinking NOW and submit an idea this week:
http://www.SinceSlicedBread.com
Please
help spread the word to your friends, colleagues and anyone else who
you think might have the best idea since sliced bread.
Thank
you for helping us find the best idea to strengthen our economy and
improve the lives of working families. If you have any questions, don't
hesitate to contact the Since Sliced Bread team:
contest@sinceslicedbread.com.
Keep Hope Alive,
Lanya Shapiro
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