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In this week’s session of The Civic Forum, Rory Truex is joined by Amanda Litman, co-founder of Run for Something. Amanda explains why America’s political system is dominated by older leaders, and how young people can step up.We discuss:

  • Why the U.S. is a gerontocracy, and how it affects democracy.
  • The underrepresentation of Millennials, Gen Z, women, and working-class people in Congress.
  • The structural barriers that keep young and diverse candidates from running.
  • How Run for Something recruits and supports first-time candidates across the country.
  • What it means to be authentic as a politician
  • Amanda’s vision for political reform — from campaign finance to paying public servants fairly.
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