TED Talks Daily Why you should be able to vote on your phone | Bradley Tusk
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Jul 15, 2025 
Bradley Tusk, a venture capitalist and political strategist, advocates for mobile voting as a way to heal America's broken political system. He emphasizes that voting on phones can significantly increase turnout and reduce political extremism, making democracy more accessible for everyone. Tusk shares insights from successful trials of mobile voting, highlighting its security and convenience. He also addresses the disconnect between politicians and constituents, pushing for reforms that empower voters and enhance democratic engagement.
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Motivation Behind Politicians' Decisions
- Politicians mostly make decisions to win the next election, not based on beliefs or constituents' best interests.
- Gerrymandering skews elections so only party primaries matter, empowering extremes over the majority.
Uber's Grassroots Campaign Example
- Bradley Tusk helped Uber mobilize millions through their app to influence politicians when facing powerful opposition.
- Direct constituent engagement changed officials' stances, helping Uber grow despite opposition from taxi industries.
Impact of Low Primary Turnout
- Low turnout in primaries leads to extreme voters controlling outcomes.
- This causes government dysfunction and polarization, ignoring the moderate majority's views.