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Mixed-Member Proportional Representation and the U.S. House of Representatives
A new paper published in Political Research Quarterly by Oscar Pocasangre, Alex Keena, and Natasha Romero-Moskala considers how MMP could work in the U.S. House.
Inside a Kentucky City’s Unusual Experiment in Citizen-Led Governance
Hollie Russon Gilman was quoted in NextCity about Lexington’s first civic assembly.
Storytelling Transforms Communities in Pennsylvania
PA Heart & Soul harnesses emotion to create community change.
A Blueprint for Healthier Political Parties
To rebuild U.S. political parties, leaders must focus on local organizations, talent, fundraising, and competition.
America Turns 250, and Confidence in Democracy Is Shaky
Ted Johnson and M.J. Rymsza-Pawlowska discuss modern American patriotism, past anniversaries, and how this 250th anniversary can spur change.
How Taxes Make Citizens
Mark Schmitt’s review of Vanessa Williamson’s book “The Price of Democracy” for Democracy Journal.
The Cycles of Regenerative Governance in Kenya
Hollie Russon Gilman and Sarah Jacob interview Shaila Agha about regenerative governance for the planet and local communities.
The Heart and Soul of Storytelling in Pennsylvania
Leaders with PA Humanities explain how their Community Heart & Soul program encourages Pennsylvanians to get involved in local governance.
The SAVE Act Is the Wrong Way to ‘Nationalize’ Elections. There’s a Better One.
American elections need more federal consistency. But Lee Drutman says there’s a better, nonpartisan way.