This episode is all about the Republican National Committee - the RNC - what it is, who’s on the committee, and the organizations role within the broader Republican party.
To help us understand, we’re joined by Saul Anuzis, managing partner of Coast to Coast Strategies and president of the 60 Plus Association, the conservative alternative to AARP. He was chairman of the Michigan Republican Party from 2005-2009. He ran for chairman of the RNC in 2009 and 2011. He also served as Michigan’s National Committeeman so he has valuable insight into the inner workings of the party.
Key Takeaways:
1. Ranked Choice Voting is Gaining Traction
Saul Anuzis advocates for ranked choice voting as a way to reduce polarization, empower voter choice, and improve representation.
2. Electoral Reform Should Be a Bipartisan Priority
He argues that both parties can benefit from structural changes to the voting system—particularly as voter distrust in institutions rises.
3. Civic Education Must Be Reinvigorated
Anuzis believes that many voters don’t understand how elections work, and that civics education is critical for both turnout and trust.
4. Coalitions Make Change Possible
He emphasizes the role of cross-partisan coalitions and advocacy groups in pushing for election modernization and policy innovation.
5. Election Technology Must Be Trustworthy and Secure
Trust in voting systems is foundational. Anuzis supports paper audit trails, open-source technology, and rigorous security standards.
Watch on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdzsHPQ_uNfN8r5PILc3NhQ
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