Less than 1 percent of the population donates to local races. In Oakland, giving voters ‘democracy dollars’ might even the playing field.
Articles by DC Authors
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Chris Beem On The Seven Democratic Virtues
American democracy is at a crisis point…[To] fix [it],…we can all take part in creating a culture that cultivates democratic virtues.
Rural Broadband And The Politics Of Good Enough
COVID-19 showed… how essential high-speed Internet is to our everyday lives… Yet, millions… do not have reliable [broadband] access.
Courts: Enemies of Democracy and Equality?
It has never been the lawyers causing all the trouble. Instead, it is courts that promise the world and [yet] yield so little justice.
Treat American Dissidents Like They Were Christina Pushaw
Devotion to freedom means we must demand that American dissidents (sharp critics of government) get equal treatment under law.
Leading By Example
There should be penalties for people who seditiously attempt to overthrow American elections for money, power, or influence.
November Election Audits, Anyone?
Tabloid-style assertions about the 2020 presidential election and its aftermath ignore a more nuanced reality that cries out for attention.
Will California Get Smart About Mass Transit?
A new train could help battle climate change, serve expanding metro areas, and create a northern California mega-region.
A Deep Dive Into The Administrative State
The Inflation Reduction Act[’s] passage shines a light on the administrative state. How will the billions,…other provisions…[become] policy?
Camp Lejeune Victim Or Scammer?
My work and cases are evidence of a work ethic he likely has never experienced before, not evidence of me being a scammer.