What does a truly equitable democracy look like? Lani Guinier spent her life answering that question, and her vision still guides the fight today. In this moment of democratic uncertainty, her call for meaningful representation couldn’t be more relevant. Read more: msmagazine.com/2026/04/30/l...

The right to vote means little if your community’s voice is carved up and canceled out. As protections weaken, racial vote dilution persists—revealing a system where representation is still unequal by design. Read more: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Reform is coming—the question is what kind. If we keep winner-take-all rules, we’ll reproduce the same dysfunction. If we change how votes translate into seats, we can build a more representative democracy. Read more: www.vox.com/politics/480...

Join MED's Colin Cole and Heather Villanueva for a #AMA (Ask Me Anything) on Reddit about everything from election reform to political extremism to how we build a better democracy. www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comme...

This isn’t just about one map, it’s about a system where representation swings with partisan control. Winner-take-all rules make fairness fragile. Proportional systems would make it durable. Read more about the Virginia Debate: www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...

Even awarding the Heisman uses ranked choice voting 🏆 If it can work to pick college football’s top player, it can work for Indiana voters too — giving people more say and making sure elections reflect the choice of the majority. Learn more: indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/02/02/r...

From a learning tour in Germany to Portland’s historic shift to proportional representation, we hear what reformers learned—and what it could mean for the future of U.S. democracy. Is Portland a glimpse of what’s next? Listen to episode 6 at play.megaphone.fm/o0uhsazbrk2j...

🎙️ Season 2 Finale is here. We close the season back in the U.S. with reflections from participants and a look at Portland, Oregon’s groundbreaking 2024 election. Is Portland a glimpse into the future of our former democracy? 🎧 Listen to episode 6 now: play.megaphone.fm/o0uhsazbrk2j...

In winner-take-all elections, millions of votes effectively don’t count. Proportional representation offers a better way — where voters get a fair share of seats and more real choices. Check out this quick explainer from @sightline.org breaks it down: bit.ly/4sr86Tg

ICYMI: Portland’s new electoral system is already delivering results. Thanks to multi-member districts and ranked choice voting, the city now has a council that better reflects its voters. More on what’s working: rankthevote.us/another-succ...

Thank you, Portland! 🎬✨ We were proud to premiere American Troubles: A Tale of Two Democracies—an exploration of a big question: what if the dysfunction in American democracy is rooted in how we vote? Missed out in Portland? Full documentary available on YouTube now, link in bio.

This Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating democracy reformers who dared to rethink the rules. Lani Guinier asked: what if our elections gave every community a fair chance to elect representatives of their choice? Her work helped reimagine what a truly representative democracy could look like.

In Episode 2 of the Future of our Former Democracy, Colin and Heather dive into the rise and fall of Germany’s first democracy. Listen to the episode: www.equitabledemocracy.org/the-future-o...

TOMORROW: we’re back with a brand new season of our award-winning podcast, The Future of Our Former Democracy! In this season, we dive into what post-WWII Germany did to stop extremism in their country — and what that means for the U.S. today. Tune in tomorrow! play.megaphone.fm/jje8qgvlr3ih...

There are undemocratic electoral systems… and then there’s this: a top-two “jungle primary” that could knock Democrats off the ballot in the country’s most Democratic state. It’s exactly the opposite of true proportional representation. prospect.org/2026/02/09/c...

📆 Save the date for the premiere of “American Troubles: A Tale of Two Democracies” on 3/17! Can the key to fixing our broken politics be found in the lessons of another divided nation? Join us for a provocative look at the systems that divide—and those that unite. www.youtube.com/watch

🎙️ Season 2 trailer of our award-winning podcast just dropped! In 'The Future of our Former Democracy’, we examine far-right movements in modern Germany and the U.S. to explore what lessons this history might mean for American democracy. Listen: play.megaphone.fm/jje8qgvlr3ih...

Attempts to restrict access to the ballot box are undemocratic and un-American. We need a president who will fight to uphold and better our democracy, not add barriers to the ballot box. #PresidentsDay

We’re seeing it everywhere: young people are fed up with voting systems that don’t represent them. In the UK, many Gen Z voters are leaving Labour & the Tories because First‑Past‑the‑Post shuts them out. Electoral reform is essential. www.trillmag.com/news/politic...

Ted Cruz is outraged that 47% of Virginia voters get 9% of the seats and calls it “an insult to democracy.” Buddy, wait till you hear about proportional representation — where 47% actually gets you…~47%! Wild concept.

Mid-cycle redistricting. Attacks on voting access. Undermining election legitimacy. This isn’t normal politics — it’s an assault on democracy. And it’s and exactly why we need real reforms that put voters, not politicians, back in charge. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

When our democracy does not allow every voice to be heard or person to be represented, we get a government that does not speak for the people. Skyrocketing prices are a sign that something needs to change.

Some interesting analysis from Expand Democracy data shows those fighting for democracy reform aren’t chasing quick wins — they’re focused on lasting, structural change that brings REAL representation to our democracy. Learn more: thefulcrum.us/democracy/de...

Democracy is not intended to exist solely in written form. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. urged us to transform words into action, promises into measurable progress, and participation into genuine power. The responsibility to continue this work remains with us.

From everyone at the MED team, we wish you a merry holiday season! ❄️

We’re not obsessed with ourselves… we’re obsessed with fixing our democracy🤠 Check out our award-winning show wherever you get your podcasts! open.spotify.com/show/4RLnsgs...

This holiday season, we are thankful for our community that continues the fight for an equitable democracy from local to national levels. The fight continues, as does our gratitude.

There was a lot of news on Tuesday — but did you catch that voters in Greenbelt, MD, overwhelmingly approved ranked-choice voting for local elections? Shout out to friends of MED, @rcvmd.org, for leading this effort. Way to go, Greenbelt! 👏 Read more: fairvote.org/greenbelt-md...

Democracy only works when it works for all of us. As we head to the polls today, let’s remember: the fight for fair, inclusive representation doesn’t stop here. We’re proud to keep building a more equitable democracy, together.

We say it all the time: our winner-take-all system shuts out millions of voices and needs to change. A new report shows how multi-member districts and proportional rules could make Congress actually reflect our communities ⬇️ www.amacad.org/news/publica...

Thank you to all who voted! We are thrilled to take home TWO Signal Awards! 🥇Individual Episodes: History 🥈Individual Episodes: Activism, Public Service, & Social Impact Stream The Future of our Former Democracy wherever you get your podcasts.

How do we end gerrymandering? No surprise, the most common response to the NYT’s mailbag was “proportional representation!” As the Times writes, PR “would make gerrymandering irrelevant” — and it would do a whole lot more to improve our democracy. Check it out in the @nytimes.com

Last chance to vote for us for the Signal Awards! Cast your votes at the link in our bio. Cast your votes at vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting AND vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting

Let’s face it: none of us win when politicians can draw districts to create fake majorities. The answer to gerrymandering isn’t more gerrymandering — it’s proportional representation. A good read here: www.rstreet.org/commentary/p...

🚨 Reminder! 🚨 Our podcast The Future of Our Former Democracy is up for two Signal Awards — and we still need YOUR votes to win! 🏆 If you haven’t voted yet, now’s the time. 👉 Link in bio — let’s show the power of people coming together for a stronger, more equitable democracy.

"The fight for women’s equality is not stalled because women aren’t running for office. It is stalled because our systems are designed to protect incumbents and status quo candidates." A must-read from Cynthia Richie Terrell @representwomen.bsky.social on PR & RCV: msmagazine.com/2025/08/25/m...

The March on Washington was not just a moment in history—it was a demand for justice that remains unfinished. Decades later, barriers to equity and representation persist. More Equitable Democracy carries this work forward, striving for a democracy that truly includes all of us.

“Our democracy is strongest when every voice is heard.” That’s why MED is proud to uplift our partner We Are Democracy Rising , whose recent summit brought together courageous women leaders to build power, community, and vision for a more just democracy. www.youtube.com/watch

Excited to see DC move closer to implementing ranked-choice voting! RCV isn’t perfect, but it gives voters more choices and makes the entire election process more democratic. Let’s go DC!🗳️https://wtop.com/dc/2025/07/dc-moves-one-step-closer-to-ranked-choice-voting/

Let's face it: Georgia's runoff elections aren't fun for anyone. They're costly, time-consuming, and usually see a dramatic drop in turnout. Here's an interesting read from our friends @fairvote.bsky.social on how a switch to RCV in GA could help solve these issues: fairvote.org/georgia-runo...

“Lawmakers, emboldened by their safe seats in gerrymandered districts, have actively limited engagement with their constituents.” That's exactly right. Here's an interesting read on how our broken winner-take-all system has shielded lawmakers from accountability: www.al.com/politics/202...

Charlottesville is just a few months away from a major milestone in their democracy: the city’s first election using proportional ranked-choice voting! Congratulations to everyone in Charlottesville who fought to make this happen. Learn more in C-ville: c-ville.com/charlottesvi...

This is a really great breakdown from The University of Chicago's Center for Effective Government on how proportional representation works — and how it could permanently transform American democracy for the better: effectivegov.uchicago.edu/primers/prop...

¿Alguna vez has sentido que tu voto no importa? ¿Que las personas por las que votas realmente no te representan? El problema no es tu voto, sino las fayas de nuestro sistema electoral. La votación por orden de preferencia puede ayudar: www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7M35QGWy24

Have you listened to our award-winning podcast, The Future of Our Former Democracy? Check it out today to learn about how the history of Northern Ireland might hold the secret to fixing our democracy here in the United States. Find it wherever you find your podcasts!

There are lots of ways to make our democracy more, well…democratic. A big one? Switching to multi-member districts that enfranchise more Americans. Watch this video to get a sense of how multi-member districts and ranked-choice voting could transform elections in America: tinyurl.com/Multi-Member

Folks, you can now catch the first episode of The Future of Our Former Democracy on our YouTube channel! Check it out today and be sure to subscribe: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEng-bOb0gE

Did you know the U.S. is one of the last 4 major democracies not using Proportional Representation? And, like in the U.S., other winner-take-all countries like Canada and France are seeing strong momentum in favor of adopting proportional representation systems. Follow us to learn more!

More Equitable Democracy is on the road! ✈️ For the next week, we’ll be in Germany learning about their electoral system with US-based leaders as part of our learning tour to create an equitable democracy at home.

Yesterday we shared part one of an explainer on why our elections aren’t working for most of us. Today, we’re sharing part two — where the Washington Community Alliance (with help from More Equitable Democracy) explains how better elections ARE possible. tinyurl.com/betterelectionspossible