Election Reflections: Democracy in 2025 and the Path Forward

In January 2025, NewDEAL Forum reached out to five forward-thinking secretaries of state to discuss the lessons learned from the 2024 election, as well as their views on the current state and future of democracy in the United States.

These leaders, on the frontlines of promoting and strengthening American democracy, offered unique insight into their preparations for the monumental election and what threats still loom for future elections. Recognizing that efforts to improve our democracy go beyond election administration, these officials also provided insight into how communities and states can come together to improve our institutions and civic engagement in politically polarizing times.