Robert Rubin: H.R. 1 and H.R. 4 would reform our democracy. They’d also help our economy.

The Capitol in Washington on March 5. (Carolyn Kaster/AP)

By Robert E. Rubin

Robert Rubin makes a compelling case for the critical relationship between democratic reform and economic prosperity in America, focusing on two pivotal pieces of legislation: H.R. 1 (the For the People Act) and H.R. 4 (the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act). At the heart of Bob's argument lies the conviction that a well-functioning market-based system requires effective government, which in turn depends on a robust democratic process. He emphasizes that these bills' passage is so crucial that they may warrant bypassing the traditional 60-vote Senate threshold.

In this comprehensive analysis, Bob examines how these bills would strengthen American democracy through multiple mechanisms, including expanded voter registration, universal mail-in voting, and independent redistricting commissions. He argues that these reforms are not merely procedural changes but essential safeguards for ensuring economic growth and reducing inequality. Against the backdrop of increasing voting restrictions across numerous states, Bob contends that the window for meaningful democratic reform may be closing, making immediate action imperative for both our political and economic future.

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