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Democracy in America articles
This Democracy in America archive has all our articles about election reform in the United States. The section is meant to encourage discussion about the strengths and weaknesses of the election system and help you build new ideas for the future. Be sure to check out our main section on American democracy as well.
How Alaska And Maine Lead The Way For Ranked Voting
A type of electoral reform, ranked voting, has gained momentum in the iconoclastic states of Maine and Alaska may be spreading worldwide.
Republicans’ Efforts To Restrict Mail Voting Could Backfire
The Republican party has accelerated attempts to restrict voting, especially mail-in-voting. But there are reasons why it could backfire.
US Cyber Command Conducted Over 24 Election ‘Operations’ in 2020
Last November, the US Cyber Command carried out more than a half-dozen operations to prevent intervention in the presidential election.
Democrats Launch Senate Battle Over Massive Election Changes
The largest overhaul in U.S. elections in a generation pushed by Dems sets up a fight with the GOP set to exacerbate partisan tensions.
Georgia Bans Giving Water To Voters Under Sweeping Restrictions
Opponents of the measure decried it as among the country’s most damaging attempts to limit access to the ballot box.
Indiana Bill Would Forbid Internet-Connected Voting Machines
HB 1365 under consideration in Indiana’s Senate would make it illegal for voting machines in the state to be connected to the Internet.
Georgia Bill Could Shift Power Over Elections To GOP Appointees
A new Georgia bill being considered by state-lawmakers would shift power over elections in the state to GOP-appointed officials
Civics Education Failing to Boost Youth Voting Or Volunteerism
States that have civics education do not always have higher test scores, more youth voting, or more young people volunteering.
Defense Contractor PAC Donations Dry Up After 2020 Election
After the Capitol protests of Jan. 6, top defense contractors are avoiding making PAC donations, a major change in their political giving.