It is important to guard against partisan gerrymandering because once maps are drawn it often takes a long time to redress the problem.
Can AI Make Democracy Fairer?
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes more and more dominant it is important to examine if and how it can make democracy fairer.
Iranian Regime Will Stop At Nothing To Ensure Survival
On Thursday, Iran’s new hardline president entered office. Azadeh Pourzand argues that under him repression of civilians will persist.
Nicaragua Charges Ex-Beauty Queen Running For Election
Beauty queen Berenice Quezada has been disqualified from competing in upcoming Nicaragua polls. She has also been arrested.
Brazil Judge Orders Bolsonaro Probe For Vote Fraud Claims
After claiming Brazil’s electronic voting system is vulnerable to fraud President, Jair Bolsonaro, hit out a judicial probe into his claims.
What’s Next For Kashmir After Losing Semi-Autonomy?
Stripped of semi-autonomy, Kashmiris fear an enduring loss of their region’s special status as government faces no pressure to turn back.
Lawyers Who Filed Election Lawsuit Must Pay Rivals’ Fees
Two Colorado attorneys were penalized for bringing a class-action lawsuit alleging the 2020 election was stolen from Donald Trump.
Ignoring Dangerous Crackdowns On Press Freedom
Press freedom around the world is under severe threat. Last year the number of journalists slain rose by a third compared to 2019.
Higher Spending In States With Competitive Party Systems
Key experts find that states with competitive political systems invest more in human capital and infrastructure than other states.
We Can’t Out Organize Voter Suppression
In a letter to President Biden almost fifty influential organizations asked that he do all it takes to pass federal voting rights legislation.