Country First

Advocates for primary election reforms to strengthen American democracy and support centrist candidates

Primary audience
Voters & Policymakers
Work area
Policy & Advocacy
Topic
Electoral Reform

About Organization

Country First works to reform U.S. primary elections to enable pro-democracy, pro-freedom centrist candidates to win office and deliver practical solutions. Based in Ottawa, IL, the organization focuses on creating a healthier political system through voting and election policy reforms.

What They Focus On

Election Reform

Restructuring primary elections to reduce polarization and enable centrist candidates to compete effectively

Democratic Governance

Strengthening American political institutions through reforms that support pro-democracy, pro-freedom values

Policy Solutions

Promoting reasonable, proven, and durable policy approaches through support for centrist elected officials

How They Work

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  • 01

    Research

    Analyze current primary election systems and identify reforms that support centrist candidates

  • 02

    Advocate

    Promote evidence-based election reforms to policymakers and the public

  • 03

    Support Candidates

    Help pro-democracy, pro-freedom candidates navigate reformed primary systems

  • 04

    Monitor Impact

    Track election outcomes and policy implementation to ensure reforms deliver results

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Country First

Primary Election Reform

Advocates for structural changes to primary elections to reduce polarization and support moderate candidates

Policy Research & Advocacy

Develops and promotes voting and election policies that strengthen democratic institutions and processes

Candidate Support

Works to elect pro-democracy, pro-freedom candidates from the political center to public office

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Country First.

Team information not available.

Contact

Get in touch with Country First

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Ottawa, IL 63150