Here’s Why Only One-Third Of Americans Think Democracy Is Working in the U.S.

Satisfaction with the way democracy is working in the U.S. has recently fallen to historic lows, leaving some to wonder if there’s a better alternative. Can we save our present form of democracy? Or should we consider a different system entirely?

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Building pluralism, one discussion at a time. Pluralism is the idea that multiple principles and beliefs can coexist in our political system. Members of our partner organizations, Interfaith America and Braver Angels, recently joined an episode of The Hopeful Majority podcast to discuss the strategies and challenges of building pluralism. Creating something better.

The case for arguing in front of your kids. Movement Partner Adam Grant points out that highly creative adults often grew up watching their parents argue in front of them. Not constant fights. Not shouting matches. But real disagreements handled with respect. His compelling advice.

Everything Lubbock recently covered our Citizen Solutions session, where Texans from across the political spectrum gathered to discuss the fact that Texas has the highest uninsured rate in the country, and nobody’s happy about it. Regular people—not politicians—hashed out actual ideas like expanding telehealth and addressing rural health care deserts without devolving into a partisan screaming match. Putting solutions over ideology.

👂 The “Tell Me More” Challenge. The next time you disagree, try this as your only response: “Tell me more” (or some variation of that). Remember: no rebuttals or counterpoints. Then reply to this newsletter and tell us what changed in the conversation.