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Zack Exley
Co-Founder of New Consensus, Political & Digital Campaign Strategist
Zack Exley is a prominent political activist, organizer, and strategist with extensive experience in progressive campaigns and organizations. He is currently the co-founder of New Consensus, an economic policy think tank focused on developing and promoting ideas for a more sustainable and equitable economy.1
Political Career and Activism
Exley has a long history of involvement in left-wing politics and activism:
Bernie Sanders Campaign:: He served as a senior adviser to Senator Bernie Sanders during his 2016 presidential campaign, where he worked on digital strategy and grassroots organizing.1
Justice Democrats and Brand New Congress:: After the Sanders campaign, Exley co-founded Justice Democrats and Brand New Congress, organizations aimed at supporting progressive candidates for U.S. Congress.1
MoveOn.org:: Earlier in his career, Exley was the first organizing director for MoveOn.org, where he worked on campaigns opposing the Iraq War.1
Presidential Campaigns:: He has worked on several U.S. presidential campaigns, including those of Howard Dean and John Kerry, as well as for the British Labour Party.
Digital Activism and Innovation
Exley has been a pioneer in digital activism:
- Created one of the first political parody websites (GWBush.com) in 1998.
- Developed early tools for online organizing, community-building, and fundraising.1
- Served as chief community officer and later chief revenue officer for the Wikimedia Foundation from 2010 to 2013.
Current Work
At New Consensus, Exley focuses on developing economic policies that address both economic decline and environmental challenges. He has been involved in shaping the Green New Deal proposal.1
Background and Education
- Grew up in West Hartford, Connecticut.
- Attended Shanxi Normal University (1987-1988).
- Earned a BA in Social Thought and Political Economy from the University of Massachusetts Amherst (1990-1993).2
- Attended Harvard University Kennedy School of Government.
Exley's career demonstrates a consistent commitment to progressive causes, innovative organizing techniques, and economic policy reform. His LinkedIn profile (username: zackexley) reflects his current role at New Consensus and his extensive experience in political organizing and digital strategy.2
