THE 6 PAC Strategy
The Six-Pac Strategy
A Targeted Path for Congressional Success
Embracing the Heartland Spirit
The heartland of America isn’t just a phrase – it’s a testament to the grit and unity we find in these communities every day. At Back Forty Action, we believe these values are powerful forces for national change – especially when harnessed within our Six-Pac Strategy.
Targeting Key Congressional Districts
In 2026, we are concentrating on six congressional districts that saw razor-thin win margins. These close races present unique opportunities to shift the balance of power:
- California’s 13th District (Win Margin: 0.09%)
- Iowa’s 1st District (Win Margin: 0.19%)
- California’s 45th District (Win Margin: 0.21%)
- Ohio’s 9th District (Win Margin: 0.63%)
- Maine’s 2nd District (Win Margin: 0.69%)
- Colorado’s 8th District (Win Margin: 0.73%)
What Victory Looks Like
A Congress That Listens: Flipping these key districts ensures rural and small-town perspectives drive conversations in the halls of power.
Community Empowerment: Empowering everyday citizens to become local advocates and decision-makers revitalizes democracy at its core.
Tangible Impact: From improved roads and healthcare to stronger schools and local businesses—our strategy centers on pragmatic, down-to-earth gains that people can see and feel.
Highlighting Rural America
Small towns often get written off by those in power, but they’re home to real innovators and stewards of our nation’s land. Our Six-Pac Strategy focuses on districts brimming with farms, ranches, and main streets that form the backbone of the U.S. economy. “Try that in a small town” isn’t just a phrase – it’s a testament to the grit and unity we find in these communities every day.
Building Grassroots Momentum in 2025
Before we set our sights on 2026, we’re starting local – organizing community gatherings, town halls, and small-scale issue campaigns that capture the attention of neighbors and local media. By successfully tackling concerns like rural healthcare access, school funding, and infrastructure needs, we’ll build a legacy of tangible wins—ones that evoke the very essence of “try that in a small town”: rolling up our sleeves, joining forces, and getting it done.
Laying the Foundation for 2026
Every door knocked, every volunteer trained, and every local victory in 2025 lays the groundwork for flipping these tight congressional margins the following year. When the time comes to make our case in 2026, we’ll point to real stories of small-town unity – proof that when communities rally together under a common goal, they become an unstoppable force.
