Sam and learned colleagues, I should add that the most salutary policy is one which would add some element of proportional representation and ending FPP balloting and closed primaries, all problem areas in Maryland. The GOP in Maryland usually garners about 40% of the vote but their state and US representation does not reflect that. Plus we have multi-member districts elected by small pluralities. A national two round voting system such as exists in France is the best option and avoiding the toxic current primary system will contribute to less extreme candidates in (hopefully) more competitive districts.
Sam and learned colleagues, I should add that the most salutary policy is one which would add some element of proportional representation and ending FPP balloting and closed primaries, all problem areas in Maryland. The GOP in Maryland usually garners about 40% of the vote but their state and US representation does not reflect that. Plus we have multi-member districts elected by small pluralities. A national two round voting system such as exists in France is the best option and avoiding the toxic current primary system will contribute to less extreme candidates in (hopefully) more competitive districts.