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People often begin from a perspective of cynicism, but they feel empowered by the authenticity of democracy and just how do we get there. Lulu Friesdat is the Co-Founder & Executive Director of SMART Elections, and Founder of SMART Legislation. Her background is in journalism and filmmaking. During a 20+ year career in news media she contributed to Emmy award-winning coverage at ABC News, and her election security investigations received over four million views. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx