Series synopsis
Whose Vote Counts, Explained is a documentary television series that premiered on Netflix on September 28, 2020. It ended on September 28, 2020. It was created by Joe Posner. It stars George Will.
The right to vote is at the foundation of America's democracy. But not every vote is created equal. How does the system work, and can it be fixed?
Premise
The right to vote is at the foundation of America's democracy. But not every vote is created equal. How does the system work, and can it be fixed?
Cast and characters
Leading cast
Guest cast
- Arnold Schwarzenegger
- Carol Anderson
- Lawrence Lessig
- Carol Berkin
- Stacey Abrams
- Desmond Meade
- Leonardo DiCaprio as Narrator (voice)
- George W. Bush as Self (archive footage)
- Bill Clinton as Self (archive footage)
- Lyndon B. Johnson as Self (archive footage)
- Ronald Reagan as Self (archive footage)
- Barack Obama as Self (archive footage)
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 3 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 3 | September 28, 2020 | September 28, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Right to Vote Why is the right to vote in America still a fight? From voter suppression to disenfranchisement, see the roadblocks that stop voices from being heard. |
September 28, 2020 |
| 2 |
Can You Buy an Election? Running for office is expensive, but deep pockets alone can't secure a win. Why are U.S. elections so awash with cash, and what does that money buy? |
September 28, 2020 |
| 3 |
Whose Vote Counts Gerrymandering. The Electoral College. In America, some votes count more than others, and the balance of power is unequal. How can the system be fixed? |
September 28, 2020 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Netflix |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 28, 2020 |
| Last aired | September 28, 2020 |
| Runtime | 25 minutes |
| Status | ended |