 This month's read is: "Contract to Unite America: Ten Reforms to Reclaim Our Republic" by Neal Simon
In 2018, businessman Neal Simon ran as an independent candidate for U.S. Senate, and while on the campaign trail, he saw firsthand the pitfalls of American elections, the way candidates are chosen, and why so many voters feel underrepresented and lament that Mr. Smith can't go to Washington anymore. After losing to incumbent Democratic Sen. Ben Cardin, Simon took the wisdom acquired from his candidacy and turned his electoral loss into a comprehensive analysis of American politics.
Simon's book "Contract to Unite America: Ten Reforms to Reclaim Our Republic" offers a sobering look into the pitfalls of partisan primaries, egregious gerrymandering to benefit one political party over another, and the high barrier to entry onto the ballot for independent candidates. While the problems of gridlock and divisive politics aren't new, Simon offers thoughtful solutions by proposing 10 reforms to bring our democracy back from what seems like a breaking point.
"Contract to Unite America" is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding how we can fix our broken political system. If you're looking for your next policy read, which shares real-world solutions and suggestions for what you can do to help, look no further!
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The last few years haven't been easy ones in America. Deep political polarization, government dysfunction, extremism, lies, and even violence have threatened the health of our republic, leading to isolation, frustration, and despair. I get it. But the reality is that we, the politically homeless, form the largest voting bloc in the country. Forty-four percent of Americans identify as politically independent, and have found freedom there. We are the deciders in the nation's most competitive races, as evidenced by the 2018 midterm and 2020 presidential election results. Working together, our voices can be heard, and our will can be reflected in elections around the country. That's what the Renew America Movement is all about. Let's replace isolation, frustration, and despair with organization, optimism, and hope for the future. Let's elevate and support candidates who share our values and our commitment to common-sense, evidence-based governance, and cooperative, unifying leadership. I fully believe that as big as our challenges are, there's a corresponding opportunity for rebirth and renewal in our country. This is our chance to make a real change, bring about a healthier democracy, and build a brighter future for America. If you share those goals, 
