TED: A crash course in making political change | Katie Fahey

The speaker shares their journey from feeling disillusioned with politics to leading a successful movement to end gerrymandering in Michigan. Through a Facebook post, they rallied over 10,000 volunteers, navigated the ballot initiative process, and gathered signatures to amend the state constitution. The effort led to the creation of an independent redistricting commission, ensuring fair elections. The speaker emphasizes the power of ordinary citizens in democracy and encourages others to take action on issues they care about.

What was the author's initial feeling about the state of the world?

Describe the author's experience with gerrymandering and its impact on elections.

What actions did the author take after feeling frustrated with the political situation?

How did the author gather support for the movement against gerrymandering?

Explain the significance of the ballot initiative process in Michigan.

What were the three steps identified by the author to end gerrymandering?

What was the outcome of the movement to end gerrymandering in Michigan?

How did the author and their team ensure that the redistricting process was fair?

What lessons did the author learn about community involvement in democracy?

In what ways did the author emphasize the importance of local voices in political processes?