There are many who support the argument that if more convicts get their voting rights and are encouraged to participate in democracy, they would be less likely to commit crimes again.
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Town of Brookhaven to Put Term Limit Extensions on November Ballot
At a time when many politicians use the term limits issue as a talking point, politicians in Brookhaven County have passed a resolution that would add more years onto their terms of service, not less.
Pakistani Tribal Areas Secure Long Sought Promise of Equal Rights
Pakistan’s upper and lower houses of parliament have passed a historic bill giving the long suffering tribal areas equal rights and ending a destructive legacy left over from the era of British colonial rule.
Ohio Democratic Voters Sue State Over Gerrymandered Maps
If the Supreme Court rules that this round of Ohio redistricting is unconstitutional, it should remain consistent and rule in favor for Republican voters in Illinois and Maryland. Only a solution that works for both parties is likely to stick.
Trump Officials Get Updated on Russian Election Manipulation
The extent of the influence upon the election has yet to be fully uncovered but it is widely believed that the Russians tried to influence both the Trump and Clinton campaigns. The Russians are accused of spreading disinformation via social media.
A Look at the Design of the New Taiwanese Referendum Process
Government officials in Taiwan have overhauled the country’s referendum process making it simpler for people to put forth initiatives when trying to make changes to the country’s laws. How will the new system work?
West Virginia To Try Blockchain Technology For Military Voters
It is essential for the United States to test out new technology for elections as older voter machines have proven to be vulnerable to outside tampering and are becoming increasingly obsolete.
The Afghanistan 2018 Election Date is Set. Now the Hard Part
Officials in Afghanistan have set a preliminary date for much anticipated parliamentary and local elections after numerous delays. The date of voting is now set for October 20, 2018 and could be a big step forward.
Internet Access in Least Developed Countries Brings Tech Gains
A recent study revealed that more than 64 percent of citizens of the least developed countries around the world now have access to the internet and or a mobile device. The results have been transformative.
Should America Make Changes to Model Swiss Democracy?
The Swiss model is highly regarded as one of the best models of democracy in the Western world. It is a highly unusual system where citizens themselves go to the polls and directly vote on referendums.