Countdown to July 4, 2026
Honoring America's 250th birthday — a once-in-a-generation moment to reimagine our democracy together.
Hit Refresh on the
U.S. Constitution
The Problem
Our political system is paralyzed by polarization, captured by special interests, and failing to solve our biggest challenges. Trust in our institutions is at an all-time low. Our 250-year-old Constitution, brilliant for its time, is like an outdated operating system that keeps crashing.
The Solution
We can't fix a rigged system by changing the players — we have to change the rules. Dr. Paul Zeitz and #unifyUSA are calling for a peaceful, citizen-led constitutional renewal through Citizens' Assemblies — using America's 250th birthday as a catalyst to spark a national conversation about the democracy we want to build together.
Citizens' Assemblies
Randomly selected, demographically representative bodies of everyday citizens — like a jury, but for policy. Freed from special interests and partisan pressure, they consistently find common ground and produce wise, widely-supported solutions.
Peacecrafting
Peacecrafting is the practical, teachable skillset for turning conflict into collaboration. As detailed in Dr. Zeitz's powerful TEDx talk, it draws on neuroscience and deliberative democracy to build trust across deep divides. It is the essential "how" behind the "what."
Listen as a friend
Approach every conversation with genuine curiosity and empathy.
Embrace multiple perspectives
Seek out and honor viewpoints different from your own.
Speak with love
Communicate with honesty, respect, and compassion.
Build trust
Create the conditions for collaboration through consistent integrity.
Revolutionary
Optimism
🌍 Global Humanitarian Leader
🩺 Civic Healer and Physician
✡️ Song of Songs Rabbi
😍 Love-Centered Activist
Dr. Paul Zeitz is a physician, epidemiologist, and founder of #unifyUSA. He is the author of Hit Refresh on the U.S. Constitution and Revolutionary Optimism, and a TEDx speaker on the practice of peacecrafting.
Learn more at greatamericanrewrite.com.
"We can't fix a rigged system by changing the players. We have to change the rules."— Dr. Paul Zeitz
Hit Refresh on the
U.S. Constitution
A Revolutionary Roadmap for Citizen-Led Renewal
A bold, practical blueprint for citizen-led constitutional renewal. Dr. Zeitz draws on his decades of experience in global justice movements to show how everyday Americans can use Citizens' Assemblies to rewrite the rules of our democracy — peacefully, inclusively, and in time for America's 250th birthday.
Part manifesto, part organizing handbook, this is the revolutionary roadmap for fulfilling the promise of democracy. It answers the question every frustrated citizen is asking: "What can I actually do?"
Focus
Democracy
Method
Citizens' Assemblies
Deadline
July 4, 2026
"If you believe the United States still has the potential to be something that works for all of us, this book is required reading."
— Reverend Redeem Robinson, Founder, All Souls Movement
Media Kit &
Speaker Resources
Everything event planners, producers, and journalists need to book, promote, and prepare for a conversation with Dr. Paul Zeitz — from his intro video to downloadable headshots and a ready-made bio.
Intro Video — TEDxPrinceton Talk
In this TEDxPrinceton talk, Dr. Zeitz introduces peacecrafting — the practical, teachable skillset for turning conflict into collaboration. A compelling introduction to his approach and vision.
Quick Reference — Speaker Info
Book Dr. Zeitz on
Your Show
Dr. Zeitz is available for interviews, panel discussions, and in-depth conversations about constitutional renewal, peacecrafting, and the America 250 campaign. He brings a unique combination of personal narrative, policy expertise, and movement-building experience.
America 250
Why this is the critical moment to Hit Refresh on our Constitution.
Citizens' Assemblies
How everyday people can save our democracy from partisan gridlock.
Peacecrafting
The practical skill of turning conflict into collaboration.
Revolutionary Optimism
Why evidence-based hope is the most powerful force for change.
Join the Great
American Rewrite
Our democracy belongs to us, the people. Be part of the movement to refresh our Constitution and build a more just, unified, and hopeful future for all. Add your name to join the #unifyUSA community and receive updates, resources, and ways to get involved in a Citizens' Assembly in your state.