Civic Leader · Organizer · Advocate

Daniel P.Devine

Civic engagement, grassroots organizing,
and democratic participation — put to work.

Dedicated to strengthening democracy at every level — from neighborhood associations to national campaigns — through organizing, advocacy, and civic education.

100+ Volunteers Led
128K District Residents
100+ Daily Outreach Calls
25+ Years in Civic Life
"Civic power, put to work — for every community, at every level of democracy."

A Career Built on Civic Commitment

Daniel P. Devine is a Long Island–based civic advocate, grassroots organizer, and digital content creator with a lifelong commitment to democratic participation and community empowerment. From running for county legislature to organizing hundreds of volunteers for statewide campaigns, Daniel has spent decades turning civic values into action.

As the founder of American Civic Power and creator of Civic Sphere, Daniel develops civic education frameworks — including the 12 Points of Good Governance — designed to connect citizens with the institutions that shape their lives.

His professional background spans field organizing, digital communications, newsletter editing, website design, and high-volume customer service — all in service of organizations and causes that prioritize equity, transparency, and community voice.

Where I Direct My Energy

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Electoral Organizing

From canvassing door-to-door to managing teams of 100+ volunteers, Daniel has deep experience mobilizing voters and building grassroots campaign infrastructure for Democratic candidates and causes.

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Civic Education

Through American Civic Power and Civic Sphere, Daniel creates frameworks, publications, and digital tools that help everyday citizens understand governance, engage with institutions, and advocate for change.

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Digital Advocacy

As a newsletter editor, website designer, and digital content creator, Daniel crafts clear, purposeful communications that advance progressive causes — matching voice to audience with editorial precision.

Experience

Civic & Political
2026–
Present
Petitioner
North Shore Strategies — New York, NY
  • Engaged residents door-to-door to mobilize registered voters for petition signing.
  • Collaborated with team members to strategize and enhance petitioning efforts.
  • Contributed to the mission of empowering civic engagement and political participation.
2022
Field Organizer
New York State Democratic Committee — New York, NY
  • Engaged diverse communities through 100+ daily outreach calls and texts using NGP VAN, mobilizing support for federal and state campaigns.
  • Led grassroots initiatives, organizing a team of 100+ volunteers for canvassing and voter registration efforts.
  • Trained volunteers on NGP VAN phone banking and texting technology, and coordinated canvassing events.
  • Collaborated with leadership to recruit volunteers and align community outreach with campaign strategy.
2015
Candidate for County Legislator — LD17
Nassau County Democratic Committee — Mineola, NY
  • Nominated by the Nassau County Democratic Committee to represent the 17th Legislative District, serving a population of 128,000 residents.
  • Established a campaign platform and communicated its planks to constituents through civic meetings, local press, and canvassing.
  • Wrote articles for local newspapers explaining platform, planks, and views on community issues.
  • Participated in a recorded Newsday discussion to debate campaign issues with opposing candidates.
1997
Canvasser
WASHPIRG — Seattle, WA
  • Delivered effective door-to-door outreach in residential areas to educate the public on environmental issues.
  • Built membership and raised funds for a progressive environmental advocacy organization.
  • Collaborated with team members to lobby lawmakers and advance a progressive environmental agenda.
Professional
2026
Call Center Representative
PSEG Long Island — Melville, NY
  • Handled inbound calls on outages, billing, and collections; exceeded performance metrics including AHT, FCR, and customer satisfaction.
  • Created job tickets in customer portal for power restoration; escalated complex issues to appropriate teams.
2025
Call Center Representative
Apple Bank — Garden City, NY
  • Delivered exceptional service in a high-volume contact center environment; assisted with account inquiries and banking services.
  • Ensured compliance with federal banking regulations and data privacy policies; documented interactions in CRM software.
2023–
2024
Customer Engagement Associate
CardWorks Servicing — Woodbury, NY
  • Recognized by management for exceptional customer service based on direct customer feedback.
  • Served 70+ cardholders daily using Genesys-AI software, resolving complex billing and fraud issues.
2016–
2022
Customer Service Representative
Northwell Health — Melville, NY
  • Served as first point of contact for 50+ patients daily navigating neurology and neurosurgery services.
  • Coordinated referrals for 60+ specialists across 6 busy practices; ensured HIPAA compliance.

Skills & Tools

Civic & Political
Grassroots Organizing Voter Mobilization Canvassing NGP VAN Phone Banking Volunteer Training Campaign Strategy Civic Education Fundraising
Digital & Communications
Newsletter Editing Website Design Content Creation Google Workspace MS Office Slack CRM Platforms Editorial QA Social Media
Leadership & Coordination
Team Leadership Event Facilitation Mentorship Stakeholder Relations Administrative Support Compliance
Professional
High-Volume Customer Service Documentation Problem-Solving Remote Work Progressive Values HIPAA Compliance

Civic Initiatives

Organization
American Civic Power

A grassroots civic organization dedicated to empowering citizens, building community capacity, and advancing democratic participation at every level of government. Daniel serves as founder, newsletter editor, and website designer.

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Civic Technology
Civic Sphere

An AI-assisted civic engagement platform built around the 12 Points of Good Governance — a framework for civic leadership covering Rule of Law, Transparency, Accountability, Participation, Local Power, and more.

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Framework
12 Points of Good Governance

An original civic education framework developed by Daniel covering 12 foundational principles of democratic governance — from Rule of Law to Separation of Powers — designed for citizens, educators, and civic leaders.

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Candidacy
Nassau County Legislature — LD17

In 2015, Daniel was nominated by the Nassau County Democratic Committee as a candidate for the county legislature, representing 128,000 residents. He campaigned on a civic platform delivered through local press, door-to-door outreach, and community forums.

Contact Daniel

Available for civic organizing, digital communications, editorial roles, and collaborative projects advancing democratic participation and progressive causes.

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Huntington Station, NY 11746