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The American system of representative democracy relies on an engaged citizenry and accurate representation, yet voter turnout is lower than it should be; mishaps, confusion and partisan administration raise serious questions about fairness; and in many states, districts are drawn by elected officials to benefit themselves or their party. The U.S. PIRG seeks a Democracy Advocate to promote an open, transparent and accountable government with highest of ethical standards. The Democracy Advocate will develop and manage the Democracy Program campaign strategy, advocate and build support for solutions in Congress and administrative agencies, develop policy and serve as the public spokesperson for our democracy campaigns.

Ohio PIRG seeks an experienced advocate to identify and tackle issues in Ohio, while building support for reform on the federal level with our Congressional delegation, and working to build Ohio PIRG's membership and resources. From Governor Kasich's plans to lease the Ohio Turnpike to the U.S. Supreme Court's ill-advised Citizens United vs. SEC  decision, there is significant work to do in Columbus. 

At NJPIRG student chapters, we organize college students to solve some of the world's most pressing public interest problems.  We give students the skills and opportunity to practice effective citizenship. Both here on campus and out in the world, we mobilize students to investigate big social problems, come up with practical solutions, convince the media and public to pay attention, and get decision-makers to act.