83% of congressional seats in 2020 were decided by only 10% of eligible Americans.
Extreme partisan gerrymandering hurts our democracy. Here's what we can do about it... (thread)
Future Caucus
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Transcend toxic polarization. Govern effectively. Get results. 2,000+ bipartisan Gen Z and millennial lawmakers building a better future, together.
- With Election Day quickly approaching, we wanted to bring a positive message directly to young Americans about how their engagement in our democracy can make a difference. The @TeenVogue op-ed from @layla_says is below, but first - our biggest takeaways 👇
- "Young people, the future belongs to them. You all seem ready to take responsibility for it, and that's a good thing, on either side of the aisle." - @SpeakerPelosi with @karaswisher to begin day two of #FutureSummit
- Replying to @futurecaucus11 million registered independent voters are excluded from primary elections due to closed systems. By opening up the primaries, we'll give more voters a choice in who represents them.
- Replying to @futurecaucusBlanket, nonpartisan and open primaries would strengthen civic engagement in our democracy. Some states are already doing this: ➡️Nebraska since 1937 ➡️Washington since 2008 ➡️Alaska since 2020 There's an increase in candidates and turnout when primaries are open to all voters.
- Millennial Action Project is now Future Caucus. Our mission is bigger than one generation. Future Caucus is for Gen Z, millennial, and future generations of lawmakers who aim to transcend polarization and govern effectively. Explore our new brand: futurecaucus.org
00:00 - Replying to @futurecaucusReforms like #RankedChoiceVoting also put power back in the hands of the people. By removing the all-or-nothing approach in our current system, we see opportunities for consensus candidates, innovative policy ideas and coalition building.
- Bipartisanship is possible, and our democracy is stronger when both sides are willing to put aside differences and solve real problems. Bridge-building on one issue creates pathways for collaboration elsewhere. And our democracy needs bridge builders now more than ever.
- 23 state legislatures begin session this week. We're tracking them all— and highlighting the work of Gen Z and millennial legislators committed to transcending political polarization. Please follow this account and support the work of young people in public service.
- 🚨NEW🚨 Bipartisan @VoteSafe Wisconsin Announces @Bucks, @MActionProject, and @WeCanVote2020 Joining Coalition Ranks wi.votesafe.us/bucks/
- In 2023, there are 73 Gen Z state legislators serving in public office, compared to only 27 in 2022. That is a 170% increase in just one year. Of the 73 Gen Z state legislators, 38 are Republicans and 35 are Democrats.
- Replying to @futurecaucusPolitical polarization gives an illusion that society is more divided than we are. In fixing primaries, we change who participates in our civic systems and create a democracy that works better for us all. Read the full story by MAP CEO @layla_says.
- We’re honored to host Sen. @RandPaul at @USNatArchives for #ConstitutionDay. bit.ly/1FzVnPD #YoungMadisons
- At this year's Rising Star Awards we honored @ParisHilton with the Generational Changemaker Award. Since her award, her Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act passed the U.S. Congress! Join us in giving Paris an encore of congrats on her award and major policy win!
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