Overview

The American system of representative democracy relies on an engaged citizenry and accurate representation, and yet voter turnout is lower than it should be; mishaps, confusion and partisan administration raise questions about fairness; and in many states the districts themselves are drawn by elected officials to benefit themselves or their party. That’s why the U.S. PIRG is fighting to ensure clear and consistent rules that ensure fairness. We’re registering tens of thousands of young and low-income new voters across the country. And we’re supporting measures that will ensure a fairer way to draw political districts.