A look inside the People vs. Politics premiere at Filmfest DC. After years following this story, seeing it with a full audience and hearing the conversation, was a reminder of what’s at stake. Thanks to everyone who attended! Learn more about upcoming screenings: www.peoplevspolitics.com/watch/

We’re premiering People vs. Politics in DC! Catch us opening weekend at the DC International Film Festival, tickets are still available for Saturday. 🗓️ April 17 - 5:30 PM / April 18 - 4:00 PM 🎟️ filmfestdc.org/filmView.cfm... Screening followed by a Q&A with filmmakers and film subjects.

We’re thrilled to share that People vs. Politics is an Official Selection of the Washington, DC International Film Festival as part of the Justice Matters competition. The festival runs April 16–26. Screening details coming soon. 🔗filmfestdc.org 🔗 peoplevspolitics.com

@lisadtrice.bsky.social learned early that voting wasn’t something to take for granted. Her parents brought her to the polls, showing her it’s both a right and a duty. That legacy still shapes how she sees democracy today. #BlackHistoryMonth #PeopleVsPolitics

🏈 Super Bowl Sunday thought: Democracy isn’t supposed to be a battle between sides, it’s supposed to work for all of us. #PeopleVsPolitics #SuperBowlSunday

In a new Unite America poll, 66% of voters say Congress doesn’t represent the American people well. One way to fix it? Improving our elections. The poll also finds 62% would support Alaska’s “top four” open primaries + ranked choice voting system in their state. Learn more ⬇️ #RankedChoiceVoting

A year ago, we filmed Rep. Lisa Feret's first day in the Colorado House. A veteran and social worker, Lisa advocates for open primaries and ranked-choice voting. Sworn in with her daughter by her side, it was a powerful reminder of who steps into leadership and who they're working for.

1/23 is Ranked Choice Voting Day (1/23): as easy as 1, 2, 3. In PEOPLE vs POLITICS, former Colorado House Speaker Terrance Carroll breaks down what ranked choice voting actually does and why the way we choose winners matters. 📌 @rankthevoteusa.bsky.social #rankthevote #rankchoicevoting

As we wrap up MLK Day, we're reminded that voting rights were not freely given — they were fought for and defended through the civil rights movement. For @lisadtrice.bsky.social, that history is personal. Her parents taught her that voting is not only a right, it's a duty.

As state legislatures begin their sessions, this feels worth remembering. Behind the scenes with Doug Goodman, U.S. Army veteran, founder of Nevadans for Election Reform, and member of Veterans for all Voters. People vs. Politics — coming in 2026.

As 2026 gets underway, these are some of the election reform efforts that would be on our radar if we were still filming People Vs. Politics → Sources include FairVote, Independent Voter News, Oklahoma Voice, NBC Boston, and Rank The Vote.

Independents are the largest and fastest-growing group of voters in the country. Many are opting out of the two-party system, even when it limits primary participation. “That is a very powerful statement about the way voters feel about the process.” - Amber McReynolds

The work behind the work: creating space for real conversation. Behind the scenes in Nevada, our crew documented the hands-on work of community education around ranked-choice voting. DP: Nick Cahill Audio: Zack Kiszka #PeopleVsPolitics #BTS

More and more states are controlled entirely by one party - not because voters agree on everything, but because so many elections aren’t competitive. 🎥PEOPLE vs. POLITICS explores how everyday Americans are trying to rebalance the system.

Lisa Rice couldn’t vote in her own primary. So she stood outside with a sign that said: "Ask me why." This is what voter exclusion looks like AND what people-powered reform looks like. Follow PEOPLE vs. POLITICS for more clips from the film. #PeoplevsPolitics #DemocracyReform #IndieDocs

Michelle (Macuar) Sparck urges us to "vote like our ancestors sent us." As we wrap up Native American Heritage month, we honor the generations who protect their communities and strengthen civic life. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #PeoplevsPolitics #ImpactDocs

Joe (Kaaxúxgu) Nelson, co-chair of the Alaska Federation of Natives reminds us: "What good is your voice if it’s not exercised?" As we wrap up Native American Heritage month, we honor the generations who have strengthened our democracy. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #PeoplevsPolitics #ImpactDocs

It takes some creative maneuvering to tell big stories from small spaces. 🦃 Grateful today — and every day — for the crew helping us bring this film to life. #BTS #DocumentaryFilmmaking #Gratitude

Luke Mayville in Idaho. Rebecca Himschoot in Alaska. Two different states, one message: Voters deserve more choice and more power. PEOPLE vs. POLITICS follows the movement challenging our two-party system. More clips coming soon. #PeoplevsPolitics #DemocracyinAction

In a DC, where closed primaries shut out tens of thousands of voters, Initiative 83 proposer Lisa Rice fought for a simple idea: “You shouldn’t have to join a private group to exercise your constitutional right to vote.” 🎥 Meet Lisa and the other changemakers featured in PEOPLE vs. POLITICS

From state capitols to street fairs, PEOPLE VS. POLITICS follows reformers as they meet voters face-to-face. We’re preparing this film for audiences everywhere. Follow along on social media as we bring it to life. #OnLocation #PeoplePower #IndieFilm #DocumentaryFilm #ImpactDocs

Shoutout to the incredible film crew who made this film possible. Follow @people-vs-politics.bsky.social to see more from behind the scenes.

"You serve for two reasons: the American ideal, and the person standing to your left and right." Veteran David Oclander continued that spirit of service beyond the uniform, with his work to strengthen democracy and make elections accessible to everyone. #VeteransDay #PeoplevsPolitics

"The idea of serving is inherent in veterans and military people." Featured in People vs Politics, veteran and Colorado State Rep. Lisa Feret reminds us that democracy depends on those willing to keep showing up for their communities. #VeteransDay #PeoplevsPolitics

We filmed in 2024 to document a movement. With another election season now behind us, these stories matter more than ever. Stay tuned as we share what we captured. #ImpactFilm #DemocracyInAction #PeoplevsPolitics #BehindTheScenes #Filmmaking #ElectionReform

In a nation divided by design, everyday people are rewriting the rules of democracy. PEOPLE vs. POLITICS is a nonpartisan documentary about fixing a broken electoral system, starting from the ground up. Follow @PeoplevPolitics for updates.

🎬 Election Night 2024. We sent 17 film crews across the U.S. to capture democracy in motion, from tribal gatherings in Alaska to rallies in DC. What we found wasn’t politics as usual. It was people daring to imagine something better. #BTS #PeoplevsPolitics #ElectionDay #Documentary

People vs. Politics is a portrait of Americans determined to repair an election system meant to serve everyone, one ballot measure at a time. 🎥 Follow for updates on the film. #PeoplevsPolitics #DocFilm #IndependentFilm #RankedChoiceVoting #OpenPrimaries #election