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Video: An alternative look at the Midterm Elections

Open Primaries President John Opdycke, Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt, and Arizona-based civil rights attorney & activist Danny Ortega engage in an open and honest discussion about the midterms, the growing reform conversation, & the implications of the growing clout of independent voters.

David & Danny are two of the most insightful and forward-looking political minds in the country. David is a Republican and Danny a Democrat, but both are increasingly critical of the “red/blue” approach to politics and governance and advocate for more open, inclusive, & innovative ways to build coalitions and empower voters.

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Strengthening Elections, Rights, and Citizen Engagement

Strengthening Elections, Rights, and Citizen Engagement

Strengthening Elections, Rights, and Citizen Engagement

Welcome to the latest edition of The Expand Democracy 5. From Rob Richie, with Eveline Dowling and Juniper Shelley’s assistance, we highlight timely links and stories about democracy at the local, national, and global levels. Today's stories include:

🔁 The primary problem is a lack of general election competition

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Pros and Cons of Congressional Term Limits

The United States Capitol Building, the seat of Congress, on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.

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Pros and Cons of Congressional Term Limits

Background: What are Congressional Term Limits?

While members of the U.S. House of Representatives serve two-year terms and U.S. Senators serve six-year terms, all Congresspeople are eligible for re-election indefinitely. As of 2023, U.S. Representatives served an average term of 8.5 years, while U.S. Senators served an average term of 11.2 years.

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