State Democracy Project
Project Title
For core support of 100% Democracy: An Initiative for Universal Voting
Date
Mar. 09, 2023
Duration
24 months
Description
In 2020, 154.6 million people turned out to vote in the United States presidential election. While it was the highest turnout of the 21st century, it represented only 66.8% of eligible voters. 100% Democracy: An Initiative for Universal Voting was launched in 2022 to advance the idea of universal voting. The initiative follows the publication of 100% Democracy: The Case for Universal Voting, written by Miles Rapoport and E.J. Dionne, Jr., with Corporation support. By making voting a requirement for every citizen, the initiative hopes to reshape voting as both a fundamental right and a civic responsibility. In addition, it would remove barriers to voting, expanding the influence of communities whose voices and votes have been suppressed. With Corporation support, 100% Democracy will engage with voting rights leaders, advocates, and policymakers to encourage the adoption of universal voting and increase voter participation.