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How to reform the political system to fight polarization and extremism

The article from MSN discusses various strategies to reform the U.S. political system to combat polarization and extremism. It suggests implementing open primaries, where voters can vote for any candidate regardless of party affiliation, which could reduce the influence of extreme candidates by broadening the voter base. Another proposal is ranked-choice voting, allowing voters to rank candidates, potentially leading to more centrist outcomes as voters' second or third choices could determine the winner. The article also advocates for nonpartisan redistricting to prevent gerrymandering, which often results in safe seats that encourage more extreme candidates. Additionally, it mentions the need for campaign finance reform to limit the influence of money in politics, which often fuels polarization. Other reforms include increasing voter education, promoting civility in political discourse, and possibly amending the filibuster rules in the Senate to encourage more bipartisan legislation. The overarching goal is to create a political environment that fosters cooperation and diminishes the incentives for divisive politics.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/elections/how-to-reform-the-political-system-to-fight-polarization-and-extremism/ar-AA1vMpr0 ]