The Reform Compass delivers commentary from the Issue One team on major issues impacting American democracy — from strengthening our nation’s critical election infrastructure to reining in Big Tech.
Check out our most recent posts, below:
The problem isn’t just bureaucratic inefficiency — our democracy is being hollowed out from within. — By: Nick Penniman
- Our constitutional system stands at a perilous crossroads. Read the post.
How Gen Z Men Are Lacking Constitutional Faith — By: Tarang Mishra and Oliver Ni
- The Constitution has long held significance to many Americans as a cornerstone of the nation’s political institutions. But according to a recent study, a particular group seems to be straying from this norm: Gen Z men. Read the post.
It’s Time to Shift the Paradigm: Gen Z’s Take on Democracy — By: Liv Bush-Moline
- As younger generations become increasingly disillusioned with democracy and lose trust in major institutions, it’s imperative to reengage Gen Z. Read the post.
An unelected billionaire has a lot of power in D.C. right now… — By: Sydney Richards
- In his recent speech to Congress, President Trump talked about how “the days of rule by unelected bureaucrats are over.” If you’ve been following the actions of Elon Musk’s DOGE, you probably see the irony of that statement. Read the post.
Yes, Election Officials Still Need Federal Protections — By: Risa Dorf and Jeanne Broome
- The successful administration of the 2024 election proved how resilient our election officials are, but they still need federal support. Read the post.
