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Trusted Elections and More Representative & Responsive Governance

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Fair, credible, and trustworthy elections—whose results are respected by winners and losers alike— are the bedrock of a democratic society. Elections are made possible by a consensus on shared rules and a shared commitment to self-government, ensuring the predictable and peaceful transfer of power. Whether elected or appointed, government officials should serve the public trust on behalf of all Americans. Promoting fair, inclusive, transparent, and responsive governance ensures that Americans have confidence in the democratic system’s ability to co-create with citizens solutions to the most pressing problems of our time, while also addressing the needs of our most vulnerable citizens.

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January 18, 2023

The State of Elections | Part 2: Trust in Arizona Elections

This webinar discussed the implications of the 2022 midterm elections in Georgia on Americans’ trust in the electoral process, with an eye toward 2024.
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December 19, 2022

The State of Elections | Part 1: Trust in Georgia Elections

This webinar discussed the implications of the 2022 midterm elections in Georgia on Americans’ trust in the electoral process, with an eye toward 2024.
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May 18, 2022

Elections: A More Perfect Union

Free, fair, and secure elections are the cornerstone of our democracy. Hosted at the George W. Bush Institute, Elections: A More Perfect Union features a series of conversations with thought leaders, election practitioners, analysts, and democracy experts on how elections work, why they matter, and how we maintain their continued integrity and credibility.
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The Safe and Fair Elections Pledge

We’ve joined Team Democracy to ask every elected official to acknowledge the essential cornerstones of our democracy: At a time when Americans and their political parties find little common ground, Team Democracy is carving out a safe, nonpartisan space in which elected officials, organizations, and everyday citizens can strengthen our national security by pledging themselves to democracy, safe and fair elections, and the rule of law. Join us as we pledge to rebuild confidence in our country, our political system, and the people elected to represent us.
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Watch the full event: Elections, A More Perfect Union

The future of our democracy depends on rebuilding trust in our elections and the vehicles for ensuring the peaceful transfer of power.
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January 18, 2023

The State of Elections | Part 2: Trust in Arizona Elections

This webinar discussed the implications of the 2022 midterm elections in Georgia on Americans’ trust in the electoral process, with an eye toward 2024.
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December 19, 2022

The State of Elections | Part 1: Trust in Georgia Elections

This webinar discussed the implications of the 2022 midterm elections in Georgia on Americans’ trust in the electoral process, with an eye toward 2024.
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The Safe and Fair Elections Pledge

We’ve joined Team Democracy to ask every elected official to acknowledge the essential cornerstones of our democracy: At a time when Americans and their political parties find little common ground, Team Democracy is carving out a safe, nonpartisan space in which elected officials, organizations, and everyday citizens can strengthen our national security by pledging themselves to democracy, safe and fair elections, and the rule of law. Join us as we pledge to rebuild confidence in our country, our political system, and the people elected to represent us.
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