Expanding Voting Options in Local...
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Expanding Voting Options in Local Elections with Bridget Myers and John Lembke

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We Need A Revolution by HDI Media

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The modern political landscape often feels like a choice between two extremes, leaving a vast number of Americans feeling politically homeless. While the national spotlight stays fixed on partisan gridlock in D.C., a growing movement is shifting the focus back to where politics actually begins: our local communities.

In this episode, Kevin and John sit down with Bridget Myers and John Lembke from the Colorado chapter of the Forward Party. They break down the mechanics of the "two-party doom loop" and explain how structural reforms like Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) can eliminate the spoiler effect, allowing voters to support candidates they actually believe in without fear.

From the challenges of getting a minor party on the ballot to specific local issues like housing density and campaign finance reform, this conversation explores what  ... 

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