Even as ballots are still being counted in Congressional, state and local elections, it is clear that voters want an economy defined by equitable opportunities for themselves, their families and their communities. Though the exact policy prescriptions are subject to debate, Americans are united around attaining this shared prosperity.

The U.S. Impact Investing Alliance has long held the belief that the principles of impact investing are nonpartisan and capable of bringing together allies across the political spectrum to champion the flow of private capital for public good. These principles - transparency, accountability and equity - are also reflected in the core values of our democratic institutions. Our belief in the field’s broad resonance remains strong, and we will continue to work with leaders across government and across ideological divides who understand that impact investing is essential to building an equitable economy.

At the same time, we acknowledge that an increasingly polarized political landscape will make it difficult to build consensus. In the next year, we will face important questions about the public and private sector’s role in catalyzing new investments in our nation’s economic resilience, advancing standardized disclosures on sustainability issues, and promoting economic development in local communities that have been neglected for far too long.

The U.S. Impact Investing Alliance and our members stand ready to help answer these and other pressing questions as we continue to advocate for a world in which impact is central to all business and investment decision-making.