President Biden passed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act Thursday, making June 19 a federal holiday for the first time.
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Juneteenth is now a Federal Holiday in America
Why Democrats Should Take Manchin’s Voting Rights Deal
Democrats should accept changes to the For the People Act proposed by Sen. Joe Manchin which he says could win his support, expert.
Texas Modifies Residency Laws In New Voting Barrier
On Wednesday, Governor Greg Abbott (R) of Texas passed into law a new bill that places new restrictions on voter residency requirements.
How Computer Models Can Be Used In Redistricting
In his memo on the For the People Act, Joe Manchin proposed as policy: “Ban partisan gerrymandering and use computer models.”
100 Political Scientists Publish Warning On US Democracy
Public trust in American democracy is dwindling. Over 100 political scientists recently issued a warning aptly titled “Statement of Concern.”
Does The Filibuster Help Or Hinder Democracy?
Key experts argue that the filibuster’s arcane workings pose a threat because it increasingly is being used to block majority rule.
A Political Storm Will Follow the Arizona “Recount”
The insurgency is ongoing, and the next violent inflection will occur in the weeks after the release of the Arizona “audit” results.
Founders Would Support Sweeping National Vote Reforms
The framers would have backed sweeping national election reforms. Madison argued Congress should check states on voting laws.
What Latest GOP Voting Bills Mean For The Disabled
Restrictive voting bills by the GOP are simultaneously threatening disability voting rights and testing their nascent political influence.
- Texas Companies Reluctant To Take Sides On Voting Rights
- Congressional GOP Shrug at Warnings of Democracy in Peril
- 7 States Still Have Bans On Atheists Holding Office
- Exodus Of Election Officials Raises Concerns Of Partisanship
- Democratizing Power of the Social-Media Stock Market
- Death Threats Are Terrorizing Election Workers
- Ivy League Dominance Presents A Threat To Democracy
- No More Spying on Journalists
- Study Shows Strength, Weakness Of Tennessee Elections
- Iowa Enacts Second Voter Suppression Bill
WORLDWIDE
Hong Kong Police Raid Major Pro-Democracy Paper
China maintains its anti-democratic crackdown in Hong Kong. 500 police officers were sent Thursday to raid a pro-democracy newspaper.
Unlocking Global Democracy With Blockchain Technology
Democracy is still not entirely possible in some areas, emphasizing the need for decentralized solutions capable of empowering individuals.
Testing Times For Democracy In Nepal
In the past, the decision to dissolve parliament was met with widespread opposition from Nepalese society and opposition parties.
Coronavirus Pandemic Worsened Corruption In EU
During the pandemic, 29%of EU residents sought healthcare from well-connected friends or family, Transparency International survey.
How Local Journalism Can Help Rebuild Democracy
A best-selling author has explained what has disrupted democracies and how local journalism may be the key to saving them.
Iran’s Incredible Shrinking Democracy
Iranians often joke that Iran’s political system must be far more advanced than the one in the US but Iran’s democracy is shrinking.
Can Democracy Help Solve The Problem Of Gaza?
The loss of control of Gaza by Hamas should underpin America’s strategy in the region in the coming years. How can this be won?
Iran’s Record Low Voter Turnout Reflects Youth Frustration
Official polls suggest record low turnout in Iran’s elections which beyond hardship and lack of choice reflects youth frustration.
The Productive Failures Of Biometric Voting In Africa
While biometrics raised expectations among political opponents in Africa they do not prevent rigging and can sustain tyranny.
- The Productive Failures Of Biometric Voting In Africa
- Ethiopia’s Elections May Exacerbate Mistrust And Division
- Nicaragua’s Democracy Is Crumbling In Real Time
- A Case For Continued Election Observation In Africa
- Pakistan Pursuing An Unrelenting Assault On Journalism
- Algeria Election Sees Slow Turnout Amid Boycott
- South Africa Needs New Thinking For Its Democracy
- Hong Kong Activist Agnes Chow Released From Jail
- How Peru’s Electoral Drama Is Damaging Democracy
- The Need To Fix Jamaica’s Democracy