There have long been numerous restrictions on voting rights in several deep-red and polarized states that increase the cost of voting.
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AMERICA
The ‘Cost’ Of Voting In America By Location
The “Independent” State Legislature In Republican Theory
The autonomous state legislative theory runs contrary to the 12 Amendment’s anticipated democratizing impact on presidential elections.
Alaska Election Results Show Why Condorcet Is Obsolete
Ever since Mama Bear Sarah Palin lost in recent elections in Arizona, MAGA Republicans are screaming against ranked choice voting.
NY Dems Send Voters Pre-Filled Absentee Ballot Applications
Democrats in New York State claim that this procedure can boost voter turnout. Republicans in the state instead see “dirty tricks.”
The Battle To Save Democracy Starts At The Local Library
As efforts to ban books…grow, so do attacks on libraries. There’s a reason…extremists keep targeting these crucial civic institutions.
Poll: Most Favor Maximum Age Limits For Elected Officials
Most Americans want max age limits for elected officials, and far more think more young people in office will be positive for US politics.
Disabled Voters Struggle As States Enforce Restrictive Voting Laws
Americans with disabilities say state efforts to tighten voting laws are making it harder for eligible voters like them to cast their ballots.
USPS Wants Your Help To Improve Ballot Processing
Neither rain nor snow will stop the United States Postal Service from delivering mail, but a poorly designed ballot envelope can.
Algorithmic Approach To Legislative Apportionment And Redistricting
Recent debates on the composition of the apportionment basis have brought up fresh concerns about representation in the process.
- New Website With Accessible Voting Options In Every State
- How To Vote: A Quick And Easy Guide
- How To Fix America’s Confusing Voting System
- Explainer – How America Casts And Counts Its Votes
- How The Midterms Could Weaken U.S. Election Security
- FEC Rejects Complaints About Zuckerberg’s 2020 Election Grants
- US Political Dynasties Are In Decline
- It’s Time For Democrats To Act On A Dark Money Ban In Primaries
- Republican assault on Citizen-Led Ballot Initiatives
- New Congressional Maps Dilute Black Power, Critics Say
WORLDWIDE
As Autocrats Ascend, Gloomy Data On Democracies’ Decline
Around the world, countries are facing threats posed by would-be autocrats. And the road to restoring democracy is long and hard.
Latin America’s Democracies ‘Shaken’ Ahead Of Key Polls
Some Latin American nations are facing major obstacles to democratic reforms particularly in the lead-up to important elections.
Jamaica’s Long And Winding Road To Becoming A Republic
Jamaica’s Constitution Reform Committee is tasked with reviewing the 1962 Constitution to facilitate the country’s transition to a republic.
William Ruto: From ‘Hustler’ To Kenya’s Newest President
Willima Ruto, the next president of Kenya, comes from a humble background and overcame obstacles to win the country’s top office.
Sweden’s Democracy In A Global Perspective
Sweden’s democracy… remain[s] among the highest performing in the world. It nonetheless faces challenges from a rising tide of populism.
How Exclusion Became The Driving Force For Democratisation
Canton Geneva has made history in Switzerland by voting to provide people with severe mental or physical disabilities full political rights.
Is Internet Voting Trustworthy?
Internet voting can’t yet be made secure by any technology. There is no way to lessen security risks linked with online, paperless voting.
The Threat To Brazil’s Democracy
Brazil holds elections next month. Bolsonaro would likely claim a rigged vote if the race in which he faces leftist Lula da Silva tightens.
World Mourns Queen Elizabeth, Britain’s Bastion of Stability
Aides said the queen died peacefully at Balmoral Castle, her Scottish Highlands estate. Her son, Charles, became King immediately.
- World Mourns Queen Elizabeth, Britain’s Bastion of Stability
- Sri Lanka Crackdown On Protest Rights Must End
- Who Belongs In The Club Of Democracies?
- Learning from Gorbachev’s Failures
- Liz Truss becomes UK prime minister after meeting Queen at Balmoral
- Chilean Constitution: A Rejection In The Name Of Democracy
- Shed More Light On Money In Swedish Politics
- Governments Embrace Internet Shutdowns As A Form Of Control
- China Vastly Expands Use Of House Arrests Under Xi
- Kenya’s highest court upholds William Ruto’s victory in the presidential election