lead the charge

To be the most vocal and prominent leader(s) of some movement. California always seems to lead the charge in passing progressive environmental laws. I wasn't eager to cause conflict with our manager, so I let Kristin and Mike lead the charge about 30-hour work weeks.

See also: charge, lead

See also:

tree-hugging
hugger
tree hugger
tree-hugger
love it or leave it
be in full cry
in full cry
be in poor voice
give (someone) holy hell
raise holy hell

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