"Most voters in Alaska aren’t registered with a party, and there is a long history here of politicians not hewing strictly to party lines. In the Legislature, for example, while over half the seats currently are held by Republicans, both the House and Senate are controlled by bipartisan coalitions." Alaska’s open primary system ensures elected officials represent all voters. Leaders like U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski are empowered to represent the needs of the broader electorate. Learn more: 👉 https://bit.ly/4aFpKKR
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Unite America is a non-partisan, philanthropic venture fund (composed of several legal entities) that invests in candidates, campaigns, and organizations in order to advance nonpartisan election reforms that will foster a more representative and functional government capable of solving America’s most pressing challenges. Founded in 2014, Unite America and its 25+ person team has grown to be a leader in the democracy reform movement. The organization has existed in its current form, and with its current primary focus, since 2019; in that time, we have successfully mobilized tens of millions of dollars from scores of philanthropists to candidates and reform campaigns across the country. Recent victories where we played a leading or a major supporting role to win: a major anti-gerrymandering campaign in Virginia; a first-of-its-kind,top-four nonpartisan primary system in Alaska that helped elect one of the most ideologically diverse slate of statewide officeholders in recent history; and a ballot initiative in Nevada to implement Alaska-style reforms in that state. We are poised to dramatically scale our impact in the years to come. At Unite America, we are working to build a more representative and functional government that puts voters first and reflects the diversity of our country, and an inclusive democracy in which leaders embrace problem-solving over fueling divisiveness. Likewise, we have a vision of building an organization that reflects diverse identities, experiences, and perspectives; a culture of working across differences toward common goals; and a workplace where everyone feels included, respected, and heard. To that end, Unite America is proud to have made diversifying our team, ensuring more equitable opportunity, and fostering a culture of belonging a priority. Our organizational values reinforce this commitment as we work to model the leadership we seek, solve problems together, and take care of one another, to name a few.
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We’re excited to welcome Sarah Walker to the team! Sarah brings over 15 years of expertise in advocacy campaigns, public affairs, and lobbying, with a proven track record of advancing criminal justice reform, passing gun violence prevention policies, expanding voting rights, and ensuring marriage equality. We’re lucky to have Sarah’s passion, dedication, and leadership on our team. Welcome aboard, Sarah! https://bit.ly/3WBlRRI
Sarah Walker -- Unite America
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"At the end of the day, democracy can't endure if our elections continue to be controlled by the fringes of both political parties in low-turnout party primaries.” – Nick Troiano Closed primaries lock out millions of independent voters, leaving too many voters without representation. Reforms like open primaries can ensure election results reflect the will of the majority, fostering a stronger and more inclusive democracy. Read more about how we can transform our electoral system: https://lnkd.in/enWPJ6mv
Election Reforms Blocked by Elections (opinion)
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“Closed elections restrict large portions of eligible voting populations from taking part in taxpayer-funded elections they pay for.” – Sen. Carrie Hamblen via Las Cruces Sun-News In 2024, only 17% of registered voters in New Mexico participated in the primaries, while 300,000 voters were completely excluded due to closed primaries. It’s time to embrace open primaries and create a system where every voter can have a voice in shaping our democracy. New Mexico voters—and our democracy—deserve better. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e6nu5sYs
New Mexico needs semi-open primary elections. Our voters, and our democracy, deserve it
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The Brookings Institution’s 2024 Primaries Project provides evidence that nonpartisan primaries lead to less polarized politics, creating a Congress that works better for all Americans. 👉 Read more: https://bit.ly/40yt1Ix
What we know about the 2024 Democratic and Republican parties: An analysis of congressional candidates
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Millions of independent voters are locked out of taxpayer-funded federal elections due to closed primaries. The Let America Vote Act (LAVA) aims to change this by abolishing closed primaries and ensuring that every eligible voter—regardless of party affiliation—has the right to participate in our elections. With independents now the largest voting bloc in the country, it’s time for Congress to take action and make our democracy more inclusive. Learn more about how LAVA could transform our electoral system: 👉 https://bit.ly/4j9Qgjo
Independents Are The Biggest Voting Bloc In The Country. Will Congress Grant Them Full Voting Rights? | Unite America
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On the first day of the 119th Congress, Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Jared Golden (D-ME), Andrew Garbarino (R-NY), and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA), re-introduced the Let America Vote Act (LAVA), which would abolish closed primaries nationwide, ensure every eligible voter’s right to participate in every taxpayer-funded election, and prohibit noncitizens from casting ballots in federal elections. The Let America Vote Act would immediately grant nearly 24 million independent voters the right to vote in closed primaries — the single greatest expansion of voting rights in a half-century. Every eligible American, regardless of party affiliation, should have the right to participate in every taxpayer-funded election. https://lnkd.in/eQaxZCrp
Independents Are The Biggest Voting Bloc In The Country. Will Congress Grant Them Full Voting Rights? | Unite America
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Kick off the year with a thought-provoking documentary. Check out Majority Rules, a powerful film that uncovers how our political system became dysfunctional—and introduces a practical, groundbreaking solution: open, all-candidate primaries. This isn’t just a documentary; it’s a call to action for a better future. Let’s make politics work for all Americans. 👉 Watch the film and learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ecKXyHhx
Majority Rules | 2024 Documentary
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