As I cast my ballot early today in the voting booth, I decided to stop dawdling and write something about the importance of voting. I have wanted to post my daughter’s words, because — as a millennial — she has something important to say about voting
Articles by DC Authors
DC Authors articles from Democracy Chronicles writers across the globe are colleced here. And take a look at DC's Author Central page for more information about the writers and even inquire about getting involved yourself. Together, they help cover free and fair elections on every continent with a focus on American democracy.
DA Ken Thompson to Reopen the Nicholas Heyward Jr. Case
Joshua Lopez is part of a group standing to find justice in the case of Nicholas Heyward Jr., a 13 year old who was shot and killed by NYPD, Brian George in the stairwell at the Wyckoff houses in Brooklyn in 1994.
New York Special Elections Fill Seats of the Fallen Corrupt
As the state makes preparations for two New York special elections, the stain of corruption which has infected Albany and New York politics now pose a new challenge for the prospective nominees
Politics of Education: El Ritual de lo Habitual
As we listen and analyze the proposals of all candidates, we should consider questions like the following: What causes inequality in education? In society? What are the consequences?
Vote And Then Act In Favor Of Democracy
It is imperative that we get money out of campaigns. Our democratic process is supposed to be one person, one vote. But right now, the political power of corporate executives in fact is worth a lot more than hundreds of votes.
Are Refugee Children Lesser than Other Children?
With the help of activists, lawyers, and too many to be named, we were able to stop the government from continuing to license the Berks County Residential Center in Berks, Pennsylvania.
Aaron Kanzer: Youth in Politics
With all the talk being about Trump and the presidential election, state races have flown under the radar. There is one superstar grabbing headlines at the state level: Aaron Kanzer.
Do Reagan and Clinton Define the Current Two-Party System?
Despite the perception that former Presidents Reagan and Clinton are polar opposites, the rise of both of these world leaders is mirrored in that both were elected during times of great economic instability, singled out to halt the fiscal chaos that had been unfolding.
Introducing Ayotzinapa Matters
This collection of Ayotzinapa links and images updates automatically from multiple sources to bear digital witness. It is also a righteous and appropriate part of Adjunct Justice and the Precarious Faculty Network.
Peace, Freedom and the Labels that Divide Us
I am honored and delighted that California’s Peace and Freedom Party has put my name forward to appear on the June 7 California Presidential Primary. The slate they sent forward to the California Secretary of State is all women!