This National Voter Registration Day, we’re reminded that the Virtuous Cycle of Change starts with participation — and to get in the spirit of change, don’t forget to watch the new version of Majority Rules!
Today is National Voter Registration Day — and, as we said last week, it’s about more than checking a box. This is the moment to turn preparation into action: ensuring women’s voices are represented at the ballot box and celebrating the systems reforms that open doors for women to lead.
Women already vote at higher rates than men, but barriers like the SAVE Act and strict ID laws still create disproportionate hurdles for women — especially mothers and the 90% of women who change their names after marriage. These are not small inconveniences: they are systemic barriers to women’s political power.
That’s why today is so important. Parity starts with participation.
Representation Depends on Registration
RepresentWomen’s 2025 Gender Parity Index shows the U.S. is only halfway to parity nationwide. According to our latest report:
Without systems reform and equitable access to voting, progress will continue to stall.
Watch Majority Rules — A New Chapter
We’re proud to bring you a new chapter of the groundbreaking documentary Majority Rules — now updated to include the results of the 2024 primary reform ballot initiatives and Alaska’s historic Congressional race.
At a time when confidence in our democracy is at historic lows, Majority Rules offers something rare: a clear, compelling look at real solutions. Through the lens of Alaska’s election reforms, the film illustrates how voters can reclaim power and bring about fairer, more representative elections.
This isn’t just a film — it’s a tool. Majority Rules equips advocates and communities with a powerful narrative and actionable vision for what’s possible. Focus groups show it is highly effective at building support for ranked choice voting, which expands opportunities for women and candidates of color to run and win.
Don’t have time to watch the full version? No problem — check out the 30-minute version of Majority Rules 101 to explore the key insights.
The Story of Alaska: When Rules Change, Women Win
When Alaska adopted ranked choice voting, it became the ultimate test of democracy.
In the very first special election, Mary Peltola made history as the first Alaska Native elected to Congress. Competing in a crowded field that included former Governor Sarah Palin, Peltola’s victory showed how reforms like ranked choice voting open the door for women and candidates of color to succeed.
Since then, more women have run — and won — under Alaska’s system, proving that when we change the rules, the playing field shifts for women.
Watch the conversation: RepresentWomen Executive Director, Cynthia Richie Terrell, joined filmmaker AJ Schnack, Alaska Senate Majority Leader Cathy Giessel, and FairVote CEO Meredith Sumpter for a discussion hosted by FairVote on why Alaska’s story matters for women’s representation.
Take Action Today
Parity starts with participation — and participation starts with you. Every step you take today helps build a democracy where women can run, win, serve, and lead.
Think of it as joining the Virtuous Cycle of Change:
Here are three ways you can support advancing women’s representation and political power today:
- Check your voter registration now — it only takes 2 minutes.
- Stream Majority Rules and share with your community.
- Spread the word — encourage 3 women in your life to register today!
Warmly,
