Listen "74: How to Fix Congress"
Episode Synopsis
Here's a paradox: The best way to fix the House of Representives is have even more representatives in the House. I know what you're thinking: "You want more politicians?!"
Hold your horses, hear us out. We did real research for this one. Here is the article that led to this idea:
U.S. population keeps growing, but House of Representatives is same size as in Taft era
Also referenced in the episode are the following:
Representation in the House: The Wyoming Rule
Many voters say Congress is broken. Could proportional representation fix it?
Election results, 2022: Incumbent win rates by state
Hold your horses, hear us out. We did real research for this one. Here is the article that led to this idea:
U.S. population keeps growing, but House of Representatives is same size as in Taft era
Also referenced in the episode are the following:
Representation in the House: The Wyoming Rule
Many voters say Congress is broken. Could proportional representation fix it?
Election results, 2022: Incumbent win rates by state
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