In the final episode we move beyond diagnosing the problem and focus on what reforms that could align the interests of politicians with those of the people. We'll discuss alternative voting methods, the concept of "responsible democracy," and how we can make sure our leaders are accountable not just to their party, but to us, the citizens. You're guaranteed to hear a few hopeful ideas you've never thought of before.

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There’s something missing from the founding myth of democracy: governments by the people do not always work for the people. In this episode, we ask why. Why can politicians can stay in power even when they fail to serve the public? What systems are supposed to hold them accountable? Why have those systems broken down?

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In this episode, we explore why our country is split so evenly between two opposing sides. We dive into the systemic forces that drive the evolution of political ideologies and challenge the assumption that our divisions are purely ideological. Are we really too divided to make our democracy work? Or is there something about the way that we do democracy that pushes us apart.

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