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Astral Codex Ten • 32279 implied HN points • 11 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Electoral Reform
  1. Congress is deeply unpopular and its members have little incentive to pass reforms that would reduce their power, so fixes that require Congressional approval are unlikely to happen.
  2. Ratifying the old Congressional Apportionment Amendment would expand the House to thousands of representatives without Congress’s help, which would make gerrymandering harder, reduce the influence of big money, and make representatives more locally accountable.
  3. The amendment contains a long-noted typo that could prompt a legal showdown over textualism versus originalism, but most expect courts to uphold the amendment’s intended meaning; to become law it still needs 27 more states to ratify.

🗽⤴ Elon Musk's America Party: Is It Up Wing?

Faster, Please! • 731 implied HN points • 09 Jul 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Electoral Reform
  1. Elon Musk's America Party aims to break away from traditional two-party politics and create a new separate political force. This is different from other movements that want to work within the existing system.
  2. Musk's approach to politics is more of a reaction against government inefficiencies, focusing on cutting costs and opposing 'wokeism', while other movements prioritize growth and regulated investment for future prosperity.
  3. The success of Musk’s America Party could push the established parties to adopt more innovative policies, but its effectiveness remains uncertain.

AMLO says Mexico is more democratic than oligarch-run USA, condemns State Dep't 'meddling' against electoral reform

Geopolitical Economy Report • 637 implied HN points • 09 Mar 23
🌍 World Politics Electoral Reform
  1. Mexican President AMLO believes Mexico is more democratic than the US, highlighting that the people govern in Mexico while the oligarchy governs in the US.
  2. AMLO is pushing for popular electoral reforms in Mexico, aiming to simplify the voting system and reduce corruption in the electoral process.
  3. AMLO criticizes US meddling in Mexico's affairs, denouncing the Monroe Doctrine and highlighting the negative coverage of his reforms by US media.

A grassroots political party for the middle

The Novelleist • 586 implied HN points • 16 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Electoral Reform
  1. A new independent political party could better represent the average American, focusing on their needs instead of wealthy donors. This party would be supported by citizens, not just by rich individuals.
  2. Citizen's assemblies could play a key role in deciding which candidates and policies to support. These assemblies would include random citizens, making sure choices reflect what most people want.
  3. Focusing on local and state governance is crucial. By strengthening local governments, we might eventually have federal representatives that truly reflect the interests of their communities instead of just party agendas.

A Story About Dele Farotimi And Why I Cannot Stand The Nigerian Law Expert

westafricaweekly • 23 implied HN points • 06 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Electoral Reform
  1. The Nigerian legal profession often lacks integrity and professionalism, with lawyers and judges exhibiting questionable behavior. This leaves people worried about the law's reliability in Nigeria.
  2. Dele Farotimi stands out as a rare ethical figure among Nigerian legal professionals, outspokenly addressing issues without fear of backlash. His approach highlights the need for accountability in the system.
  3. Recent events concerning Farotimi's arrest suggest a troubling trend in Nigeria where legal actions are used as tools for political intimidation. There’s a concern that the legal system is manipulated rather than serving true justice.
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