PFAW

People For the American Way

Washington, DC

                  

Progressive advocacy organization founded to fight right-wing extremism.

Our Vision and History

People For the American Way Foundation was founded in 1981 by legendary television and film producer Norman Lear, the late Congresswoman Barbara Jordan, and a group of business, civic, religious, and civil rights leaders who were disturbed by the divisive rhetoric of newly politicized televangelists. Advocacy affiliate People For the American Way was founded soon after.

We are dedicated to making the promise of America real for every American.

Our Mission

People For the American Way works to build a democratic society that implements the ideals of freedom, equality, opportunity and justice for all. We encourage civic participation, defend fundamental rights, and fight to dismantle systemic barriers to equitable opportunity. We fight against right-wing extremism and the injustice it fosters.

Updated: 2019-09-16 13:19:16