Effective messages and frames to use in talking about the Budget Showdown and the impact on our families, states and economy. (outline format)
The below powerpoint reviews what’s at stake in the Budget showdown with clear slides and narrative. It reviews the four principles progressives have joined together to fight for and action steps you can take get involved and make a difference.
Fact sheet showing how the story told in PEN relates to the experience of people of color.
A short rap on the federal budget using PEN.
PEN for Good Jobs and Workers’ Rights
Two-page version of PEN focused on good jobs and workers’ rights.
Two-page version of narrative focused on health care, including the Affordable Care Act, Medicare, and Medicaid.
Two-page version of narrative applied to the national debate on job creation.
Applying the PEN to Your Issue
This is an exercise to be used after PEN trainings. PEN can be adopted to any issue, and participants have an opportunity to practice as a group and provide feedback.


