If you were wondering how Hillary Clinton will spend her days post-election, you finally have your answer. On Monday, Clinton announced through email and Twitter her new political action group, Onward Together.
The last few months, I've been reflecting, spending time with family—and, yes, taking walks in the woods.
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) May 15, 2017
We're launching Onward Together to encourage people to get involved, organize, and even run for office. https://t.co/8exooosvZ5
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) May 15, 2017
More than ever, I believe citizen engagement is vital to our democracy. I'm so inspired by everyone stepping up to organize and lead.
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) May 15, 2017
Onward will fundraise for five progressive groups: Swing Left, Emerge America, Color of Change, Indivisible, and Run for Something. Its name is a nod to Clinton’s presidential campaign slogan “Stronger Together,” and the organization will capitalize on liberal activist growth after President Trump’s election.
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.@IndivisibleTeam @swingleft .@ColorOfChange is organizing for criminal justice reform, voter freedom, fairness and accuracy in media, and other racial justice issues.
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) May 15, 2017
People across America have made their voices heard thanks to @IndivisibleTeam, and supported @swingleft's efforts to take back the House.
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) May 15, 2017
.@IndivisibleTeam @swingleft @ColorOfChange .@EmergeAmerica is training diverse Democratic women candidates, and thousands of young people have signed up to @runforsomething.
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) May 15, 2017
.@IndivisibleTeam @swingleft @ColorOfChange @EmergeAmerica @runforsomething Those are just a few of the groups Onward Together will support, working with @GovHowardDean and others—stay tuned for more to come.
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) May 15, 2017
.@IndivisibleTeam @swingleft @ColorOfChange @EmergeAmerica @runforsomething @GovHowardDean This year hasn't been what I envisioned, but I know what I'm still fighting for: a kinder, big-hearted, inclusive America. Onward!
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) May 15, 2017
Clinton wrote in her email: "I believe more fiercely than ever that citizen engagement at every level is central to a strong and vibrant democracy."
The internet response to Clinton’s news was lukewarm.
I read "Onward Together" as "Owned Together" and honestly, that's probably more accurate
— Alex Press (@alexnpress) May 15, 2017
Regretfully went on HRC's "Onward Together" site… the only available option is to sign up to an email list, after which she asks you for $ 😒
— Trump's a Fascist (@williamlegate) May 15, 2017
If you give $25,000 to Onward Together they send you an email telling you why the group exists. At the $50,000 tier it's that and a button.
— David Roth (@david_j_roth) May 15, 2017
DEAL ME IN QUEENhttps://t.co/q3IPE5XosN
— Kyle Allen (@kylegallen) May 15, 2017
@HillaryClinton Resistance isn't enough. We need a Revolution! Onward Together is the neoliberal opposition to the Revolution. We will not be fooled.
— Jerry Martinez (@BernThemAll) May 15, 2017
For some reason I think it's less "Onward Together", and more "please don't leave me behind, y'all!"
— Ellen (@EllenVermoens) May 15, 2017
