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How Are Members of Congress Elected—and Could We Do Better?

Hardly anyone is thrilled with the U.S. political campaign system—candidates grovel for donations, funders feel drained, and voters are caught in a storm of negativity. But what if there was a way out? This post proposes a revolutionary, Constitution-backed alternative: stop electing Congress and start selecting its members, just like juries.

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2024 Trump Victory Factors: How Money and Media Shaped the Election

In 2024, Donald Trump’s victory defied traditional campaign expectations, thanks to two critical factors: fractured media landscapes and unlimited campaign finance. This blog explores how these shifts in voter information consumption and the influx of ‘dark money’ created an unprecedented advantage, reshaping the future of U.S. elections.

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