Watch People vs. Politics

World Premiere

People vs. Politics premiered on April 17, 2026 at the 2026 Washington, DC International Film Festival (also known as Filmfest DC) as an Official Selection in the “Justice Matters” category—a program of films sparking meaningful dialogue and action around urgent social issues.

From the Premiere

After two and half years of filming and production, People vs. Politics premiered to a full house at Filmfest DC 2026.

Lisa D.T. Rice and Brian Strege, colleagues at Grow Democracy DC arriving at Filmfest DC 2026.
The People vs Poltics Production team at Filmfest DC: Mary Claire Kogler (Assoc. Producer), Julia Hoppock (Assoc. Producer), Carol Wingard (Director & Producer), Robert Pease (Director & Producer)
Three reform protagonists take the stage: Cesar Marquez (Nevada & New Mexico), Lisa D.T Rice (Washington DC) and Lisa Feret (Colorado).
Applause as film protagonists and directors take the stage for post-screening Q&A.
Lisa D.T. Rice is relieved that Cesar has the bigger “potty mouth” during tense election night watch party scenes.
Michelle Whitaker of Rank the Vote poses a post-screening question.
Lisa D.T. Rice updates the audience on lobbying the D.C. Council to fund semi-open primaries and preparing DC voters for their first RCV election.
Mike Cantwell, Navy Veteran and Veterans for All Voters volunteer, asks a post-screening question.
Eric Bronner, co-founder of Veterans for All Voters (VAV), greeting guests at the post-screening reception.

SCREENINGS

Upcoming Screenings

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Past Screenings

APR 17, 2026	Washington, DC	DC International Film Festival — World Premiere
APR 18, 2026	Washington, DC	DC International Film Festival

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