Debate Reform
Advocating for changes to debate rules that currently exclude ballot-qualified candidates from televised forums
Open The Debates
Advocates for including all ballot-qualified candidates in political debates at every level of government
Primary audience
Voters and Candidates
Work area
Policy Advocacy
Topic
Electoral Reform
About Organization
Open The Debates works to expand access to political debates for ballot-qualified candidates across federal, state, and local elections. Based in Boston, MA, the organization focuses on reforming debate inclusion criteria and challenging restrictive participation rules that limit voter exposure to alternative candidates.
What They Focus On
Electoral Fairness
Promoting equal access to campaign platforms for all legally qualified candidates across government levels
Voter Choice
Expanding opportunities for voters to hear from complete range of candidates before making electoral decisions