# A Starting Point > Civic engagement app connecting voters with elected leaders via short issue videos. (iPhone/iPad app by A starting point llc.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-starting-point/id1500947762 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [A starting point llc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1500947761) - Category: Education, News - Price: Free - Rating: 4.90/5 from 757 App Store ratings · 128 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 12.0 · 21 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2020-07-13 - Data updated: 2026-07-31 - Monetization: ad-supported - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-starting-point/id1500947762/reviews.md ## What is A Starting Point? A Starting Point is a civic engagement app that creates a clear and bipartisan channel of communication and connectivity between Americans and their elected leaders. The video-based platform helps voters better understand the issues of the day in less than two minutes. Our goal is to create a more informed electorate. ## Key features - Bipartisan communication channel - Connect with elected leaders - Video-based issue explanations - Understand issues in under 2 minutes - Informed electorate creation ## What do users think of A Starting Point? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 👍 Informative and unbiased - 🚀 Concise and easy to digest - 🔍 Provides direct access to politicians - 💡 Facilitates bipartisan dialogue - 👍 Visually appealing and intuitive **Cons** - 🐛 Occasional app crashes - 🔍 Limited content and topics covered - 🔍 Lack of closed captions or transcripts - 🔍 Absence of independent or third-party perspectives **Commonly reported bugs** - Login screen not functioning properly - Video playback issues and stuttering **Most requested features** - Add dark mode option - Implement a way for users to submit questions - Provide a filter to view content by home state - Expand the range of topics and issues covered ## Recent user reviews (10 of 128) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-starting-point/id1500947762/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Please include an Analysis of Project 25 (I did do a search and couldn’t find) *2025-09-13, version 2.2.21* I like A Starting Point. There is something I’d like to see on it though. I’m currently reading the free Mandate for Leadership The Conservative Promise Project 25 Presidential Transition Project for the first time. It would be cool to see an analysis of this document over the year, almost like a year long book club to see what facts one party has to support it and which facts the other has against it, and where there is room for agreement. I’ve seen a tracker of how much of Project 25 the administration has completed and think an analysis of it will help both sides better understand the reasoning behind some of the changes and the direction we as a people are headed because there is so much fear on both sides which is completely justified because there are some rather scary patterns. ### 5/5 — The perfect breakdown *2025-06-23, version 2.2.21* I love the simple concise manner they present current events. It’s admirable how they remain unbiased with a dedication to getting points of view from both sides of the aisle. They stick to the facts and do a great job of explaining complicated matters. ### 2/5 — App basically unusable *2024-02-04, version 2.2.21* Watched the founders on C-Span today. Downloaded the App and found it almost impossible to navigate. Clicked on two interviews. Both good, but when I tried to check out other interviews it would not allow me to navigate the site; it was stuck on the interview I wanted to leave. I will try it again. Sad it isn’t working properly. ### 4/5 — Closed captions, please *2023-01-14, version 2.2.21* Just downloaded it, so not my final review yet. First thing I noticed is that there is no closed caption on the videos. Could you please provide either closed caption or write out their statements in de field below. ### 5/5 — All in one education *2022-11-22, version 2.2.21* Having an app to compliment the work at ASP is fantastic. The app is easy to navigate with tools to stay informed and civically engaged. ### 3/5 — Good concept! Would be better if… *2022-11-02, version 2.2.20* I immediately downloaded when I saw this app featured on the App Store front page. I watched videos on two topics and was a bit frustrated by the media controls. They don’t match with consistent UI from iOS (play/pause off to one side instead of centered), couldn’t find closed captions, and the video stream stuttered right away for both videos I tried to watch, on a stable Wi-Fi connection. I ended up deleting the app after I heard one politician tell a straight up lie that “marijuana has addictive properties” and that legalization in my state of TX would bring in the drug cartels. (Think about it, if it’s legalized, cartels wouldn’t be in business anymore since their product would be available at common grocery stores and specialty shops, like CBD outlets.) That blatant lie shows me this app prioritizes Both Sides-ism, even when both sides are not playing by the same rules (truth and integrity MATTER.) ### 2/5 — Sparse *2022-11-02, version 2.2.20* If you’re looking for links to brief on-camera interviews of elected officials giving opinions on topics the app is ok. If, however, you were looking for an app that would help you keep track of your federal or state representatives’ record and opinions on current topics and legislation it’s not useful. It doesn’t even include contact information for them. ### 5/5 — NEED DARK MODE! *2022-11-02, version 2.2.20* Please make dark mode!!!!!!! ### 5/5 — Amazing *2022-07-08, version 2.0.2* I just found this app and I’m so happy I did! How great is it to hear directly from our elected officials. Excellent way to see the senators opinions and hear from them in a shorten manner ### 5/5 — Great app *2022-03-24, version 2.0.2* I do like the app, as it is very helpful with showing me how it works in politics. However the only thing I don’t understand is why when I go to sign in it doesn’t recognize my sign in ## Frequently asked questions about A Starting Point ### What does A Starting Point do? A Starting Point is a civic engagement application designed to establish a clear and bipartisan communication link between American citizens and their elected representatives. It aims to foster a more informed populace by simplifying complex issues. ### How does the app help users understand issues? The app utilizes a video-based platform to present explanations of current issues. These videos are designed to be concise, typically under two minutes, making them easily digestible for users. ### Is there a cost to use A Starting Point? The application is free to use. However, it does display advertisements as part of its operational model. ### Who is the target audience for this app? The app is intended for any American citizen who wishes to engage more actively in civic life, understand the political landscape, and communicate with their elected officials in a straightforward manner. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.2.21 — 2022-11-13 We fixed a bug preventing the display of the list of candidates in our Election Hub. ### 2.2.20 — 2022-10-31 We improved the rendering of the polling stations location in our Election Hub. ### 2.0.19 — 2022-09-28 We introduced the ASP Election Hub and fixed minor bugs. ### 2.0.11 — 2022-07-20 We improved the search functionality and fixed a few bugs. ### 2.0.2 — 2022-01-10 We've added an information banner, improved the registration process and fixed minor bugs. ## Apps similar to A Starting Point | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [InfoVote](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/infovote/id1535620828) | 4.7 (45) | Free | Education | | [Know Your Rights Camp](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/know-your-rights-camp/id6467116420) | 3.7 (9) | Free | Education | | [Kiddie Kredit](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kiddie-kredit/id1440358106) | 4.2 (21) | Free | Education | | [Rebel Girls](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rebel-girls/id1555126110) | 4.7 (540) | Free | Education | | [ActiVote: Vote in Elections](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/activote-vote-in-elections/id1457987563) | 4.3 (123) | Free | Education | | [StoryCorps](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storycorps/id359071069) | 4.6 (1,520) | Free | Education | --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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