Several Americans desire a voting process that is less exhausting and more straightforward

American elections are infamous for their lengthy campaigns, exorbitant costs and relentless advertising. Presidential races often stretch nearly two years, leading to voter fatigue and overwhelming financial demands.

The projected cost for the upcoming election stands at around $15.9 billion, surpassing previous records and showcasing a trend of escalating expenses that have nearly doubled since 2016.

Ad onslaught
This prolonged election season bombards voters with many ads, many of which are attack-focused, across various platforms.

Several Americans desire a less exhausting and more straightforward voting process, according to the Wall Street Journal.

Calls for reform
As voters seek change, there are growing calls for reforms to limit campaign spending and shorten election cycles, emphasizing the stark contrast between American elections and those in other democracies, which tend to be shorter and less expensive.

For example, Canadian election campaigns last between 36 and 50 days, and its 2021 presidential race cost $69 million in today’s dollars. UK’s parties spent a total of $80 million in the 2019 election.