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American Troubles: A Tale of Two Democracies

democracy is on the ballot... and the ballot is broken.

202640 minEN
HistoryDocumentary

Overview

America's democracy feels more divided than ever - but what if the problem lies in how we vote? "American Troubles" explores whether proportional representation could break the cycle of dysfunction, drawing comparisons from two striking case studies: Portland, Oregon, where a bold new voting system is reshaping local politics, and Northern Ireland, where proportional elections helped end decades of violent conflict. Blending history, reform, and human stories, the film shows how electoral rules can entrench division - or create space for compromise.

Details

Release Date
2026-03-17
Runtime
40 min
Status
Released
Budget
$0M
Language
EN

Cast

George Cheung
George Cheung
Self
Colin Joseph Cole
Colin Joseph Cole
Self
Heather Villanueva
Heather Villanueva
Self