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Policymakers should establish and enforce uniform standards to safeguard the integrity of the electoral process.

States should create a transparent and nonpartisan redistricting process.

Qualified candidates should receive free or significantly discounted media advertisements. They should also receive reduced postage for mailings.

Federal, state, and local governments should maintain substantial penalties for violations of campaign finance laws.

Policymakers should expand disclosure requirements for all funds spent on elections or ballot initiatives.

Policymakers should enact and update public financing systems for elections. This includes increasing matching funds, particularly for small donations.

Policymakers should expand opportunities for people to volunteer in their communities. This includes older adults and people with disabilities.

Policymakers should maximize voter registration, including through automatic voter registration systems.

Policymakers should prohibit ID requirements that discourage or prevent citizens from voting.

Policymakers should encourage and promote maximum participation in the electoral process.