Electoral Reform
The Case for Shorter U.S. Election Campaigns: What Kamala Harris’s Brief Run Can Teach Us
Oscar Pocasangre examines Kamala Harris's short campaign as a sign for U.S. election reforms to shorten cycles and boost voter engagement.
Five Insights On Political Parties in the Wake of Biden’s Exit
With the political turmoil of a fractured democracy, the weakening of strong parties reveals the dangers of unchecked individual power.
Biden’s exit and the dysfunction of U.S. politics
Oscar Pocasangre and Maresa Strano wrote for The Fulcrum on how fusion voting is a potential solution to creating healthier parties.
The Democratic Party Is (Still) Broken
Lee Drutman wrote for The New Republic on the state of the Democratic party.
How Biden’s 2024 choice could reshape the Senate and Supreme Court for years
Lee Drutman was quoted in CNN on Democratic voter turnout.
Age Isn’t Biden’s Only Problem
Lee Drutman was quoted in The Atlantic on the dissatisfaction of the electorate.
Americans Are Leaving Both Parties. This Colorado City Shows Why.
Lee Drutman was quoted in Politico about the rise of independents.
2024 Election Special: Isn’t There a Better Option?
Lee Drutman was interviewed for an episode of On Shifting Ground about third parties.
Can Proportional Representation Create Better Governance?
Oscar Pocasangre and John M. Carey authored a white paper on how proportional representation could make government more responsive.
Detour from democracy
Lee Drutman was quoted in DeseretNews about contingent elections.
One Real Step Toward Transforming Congress
Lee Drutman, Cerin Lindgrensavage, and Robert Oldham wrote a piece for POLITICO on reforming House rules regarding the motion to vacate.