Expanding Representation: A Conversation with Jeff Mayhugh
Join hosts Lura Forcum and Lauren Hall in this episode of 'We Made This Political' as they engage in a dynamic discussion with Jeff Mayhugh, author of the Politics and Parenting Substack. Jeff, a political theorist, poet, and small business owner, shares his thoughts on the need to expand the House of Representatives to better serve the American populace. Drawing from his personal journey, Jeff elaborates on the current challenges in political representation, his advocacy through the No Cap Fund, and the parallels between political leadership and parenting. The episode delves into the intricacies of representation, the unintended consequences of policy, and the importance of facilitating a government that truly listens and acts for its people.
00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Backgrounds
00:54 Introducing the Special Guest: Jeff
01:57 Jeff's Career Path and the No Cap Fund
07:18 The Concept of Representation
10:36 Challenges in Modern Representation
25:00 Historical Context and Modern Implications
34:35 The Importance of Diverse Voices in Governance
35:34 Historical Anecdotes and Representation
37:43 Challenges in Healthcare Representation
39:52 The Complexity of Modern Governance
41:08 The Impact of Technology on Society
52:06 The Role of Parenting in Shaping Governance
01:00:38 Optimism for Expanding Representation
01:02:02 Conclusion and Call to Action
Resources
The New Buzzword in America: Representation, by Jeff Mayhugh, The Vital Center, September 4, 2025
Do the Math: America’s Representation Ratio is All Wrong, by Jeff Mayhugh, The Hill, August 27, 2025
