70 progressive organizations in California have informed Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif) that she must back a vote-rights filibuster or resign.
National Voter Registration Form now available in some Native American languages
A national voter registration form is now available in some Native American languages. This goes a long way to promote minority voting.
Ranked Choice Voting Survived Its Biggest Election Season Yet
Voters in several towns cast their ballots this month by ranking a slate of applicants as opposed to deciding on simply one.
German Parties Say Deal Ready for New Coalition Government
The three parties arranging to form Germany’s post-Merkel government will finalize and show their fusion understanding today.
Iranian hackers charged with voter intimidation campaign
Two Iranian hackers were charged Thursday by federal prosecutors with intent to cause disorder during the 2020 presidential election.
U.S. urges African leaders to promote democracy
The US Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken, is in Africa. During his visit in Nigeria he urged African leaders to promote democracy.
‘Authoritarian encroachment’ vs democratic renewal
If democracy no longer looks like a successful model, the United States and other western democracy will cease inspiring other nations.
Venezuela elections: Why dictators love democracy’s ‘passing aroma’
Venezuela’s opposition has rallied disenchanted voters ahead of a future presidential election lawfully set to take place in 2024.
How better journalism, media defend democracy from polarization, disinformation
Polarization and disinformation are two important threats to democracy. Better journalism and media can defend democracy against these ills.
Sudan pro-democracy activists seek escalation after crackdown
Pro-democracy activists are seeking escalation after the military junta in Khartoum cracked down on the recent pro-democracy protests.