Pamela Shifman

Pamela Shifman is president of the Democracy Alliance, a network of progressive donors committed to building a just, multiracial, feminist democracy and strengthening the progressive infrastructure in the United States.

Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed answers questions at a town hall event in Waterford, Michigan, on September 3, 2026.

Michigan’s Senate Race Is a Testing Ground Michigan’s Senate Race Is a Testing Ground

We must counter fear and division with solidarity.

Oct 5, 2026 / Leena Barakat and Pamela Shifman

Participant seen holding a sign reading

Democrats Can Stand Up for Trans Kids—and Win Democrats Can Stand Up for Trans Kids—and Win

Here’s why the party shouldn’t be scared to speak up for trans rights.

Sep 21, 2023 / Pamela Shifman