Montana has enacted new ballot collection restrictions. Two other voter suppression bills were recently passed, all challenged in court.
Why More Transparency Is Needed In Massachusetts
The Massachusetts legislature has refused to offer transparency by keeping committee votes secret and rushing through bill reviews.
Hong Kong Stock Exchange Halted Amid Political Turmoil
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange halted after authorities froze the assets of pro-democracy activist and media tycoon, Jimmy Lai.
How Hollywood Movies Influenced Asia’s Democracy Movements
The three-fingered salute that has united protestors against autocrats across southeast Asia has surprising origins in Hollywood.
How Europe Helps Authoritarian Regimes To Export Repression
Extraditing activists and tight migrant controls are some ways in which western democracies are promoting authoritarian regimes.
Uganda Dictator Museveni Sworn In for Sixth Term
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni took the oath of office for the sixth term on Wednesday, as he had done five times before.
Thai Prisons Holding Activists Drive Record Covid Figures
Thursday, Thailand announced the highest one-day increase in coronavirus infections in its history, with more than half from jails.
Why More Indiana Women Running For Office Is Good For All
Women from both parties won seats in Indiana’s new General Assembly but the state was recently ranked 30th in gender equity in politics.
2 Examples Show Government Without Political Parties Can Work
Congress has 535 members. However, instead of 535 voices, there are only two loud ones: the Republican and Democratic Parties.
California’s Redistricting Commission Is Dangerously Close To Failing
There are concerns that California’s Citizens Redistricting Commission may fail its task of using census data to redraw electoral maps.