Rebooting Democracy: Reform & Representation in California

Join , , , and for a moderated discussion on the future of democracy in the Golden State!

In a political era of polarization, dysfunction, and corruption that’s eroding the foundations of our democracy, it’s time to talk about real solutions. Rebooting Democracy brings together reform leaders who are fighting for a better future—starting right here in California. Panelists will include advocates for Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) in Sacramento’s local elections, champions of Proportional Representation in our state legislature, local political activists, and more!

The discussion will dig into the structural flaws fueling today’s political crises—from winner-take-all elections that silence most voters, to legislative maps engineered to entrench insider politicians. The ongoing “gerrymandering wars” between Texas and California are just the latest chapter of a deeply undemocratic battle—one that pits our two major parties against each other while sidelining the people they’re meant to serve.

But there’s a way out of this political mess. By modernizing how we elect our leaders—whether through local reforms like RCV or statewide proportional representation—we can make every vote matter, break the stranglehold of partisan extremes, and create a democracy that truly represents the people.

This panel will diagnose the structural flaws with our elections and democracy and discuss real opportunities for action and change, highlighting concrete steps Californians can take to push back against creeping authoritarianism from the federal government and build a democracy that works for everyone—starting in our own communities.

Panelists will be announced soon -- stay tuned!

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