My guest today is Amy Widestrom, Executive Director of the League of Women Voters in Pennsylvania. She is a Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science, was previously a Chair at Arcadia University for the Department of Historical and Political Studies, and an assistant professor at California State University.

Don’t be mislead by the title “League of Women Voters.” Men have been members since 1974 and membership is open to all persons who are at least 16 years of age. It is a nonpartisan organization, neither supporting nor opposing candidates or political parties, and one of America’s most trusted grassroots organizations.

Dr. Widestrom and I discuss how our voting systems work, a few of the problems with current voting systems, and solutions for what we can do to make it easier for Americans to vote and ensure your vote counts.

This podcast is for educational purposes only. Nothing in this podcast should be considered an endorsement by the league of women voters.

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