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Big questions for the US: Democracy, voting rights, and institutional reform

Politics
United States
Started April 17, 2026

The Electoral College, the filibuster, the Supreme Court, and whether US democracy needs structural reform.

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Structural design — elections, courts, money in politics.

Optional references: Federal Election Commission · Supreme Court of the United States · USA.gov — voting & elections · National Conference of State Legislatures

Brennan Center for Justice Electoral Integrity Project Campaign Legal Center V-Dem Institute
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 18, 2026
All states should restore full voting rights to people who have completed their criminal sentences.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 18, 2026
The Electoral College should be replaced by a national popular vote to ensure that every vote counts equally in presidential elections.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 18, 2026
Supreme Court justices should serve staggered 18-year terms with regular and predictable appointments by each president.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 18, 2026
Independent redistricting commissions should be required in every state to eliminate partisan gerrymandering.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 18, 2026
Federal automatic voter registration should be introduced to maximise electoral participation without compromising integrity.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 18, 2026
The Citizens United decision should be overturned — unlimited anonymous political spending distorts democratic representation.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 18, 2026
The Senate filibuster should be abolished or substantially reformed so that majority rule can function in ordinary legislation.
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