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UPCOMING VIRTUAL EVENT
** The Promise of Proportional Representation for Democracy
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July 27, 2023 | 4:00 p.m. EDT

As the challenges facing American democracy have grabbed headlines in recent years, problems like partisan gerrymandering and political polarization have become all too familiar to many Americans. Likewise, few today would be surprised to hear that many of their fellow citizens feel that their vote does not matter or that their views are not adequately represented.

Moving to a system of multi-member districts with proportional representation could end gerrymandering, reduce polarization, and help more Americans feel their voice is represented in Congress. However, a little-known 1967 law – the Uniform Congressional District Act -- prevents this reform and locks the U.S. into a deeply flawed electoral system.

The American Academy’s 2020 Our Common Purpose ([link removed]) report recommends revamping this law, and a recent Report ([link removed]) from OCP Champions Unite America ([link removed]) and Protect Democracy ([link removed]) expands on that recommendation and outlines a path forward. In this virtual event co-hosted by Unite America, Andy Craig, Steven Olikara, Norm Ornstein, Alora Thomas-Lundborg, and Grant Tudor will discuss why a growing body of experts believe this reform would strengthen American democracy.


** Featuring
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** Andy Craig
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Director of Election Policy, Rainey Center


** Steven Olikara
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Founder & President, Millennial Action Project


** Norm Ornstein
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Senior Fellow Emeritus, American Enterprise Institute


** Alora Thomas-Lundborg
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Strategic Litigation & Advocacy Director, Charles Hamilton Houston Center for Race & Justice, Harvard Law School

** Grant Tudor
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Policy Advocate, Protect Democracy
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