A "menu" of effective, field-tested New Democrat policy proposals from which you can model initiatives in your own states, cities and communities.

Keeping the Swimming Pools Open
This summer Philadelphia public pools will employ 800 lifeguards, swimming coaches, and support staff; give a million people some fun and exercise; and offer lessons and swim-team membership to nearly 3,000 children. But behind the numbers is a remarkable example of civic spirit and creative government in crisis by Mayor Michael Nutter.