Former Philip Morris exec is behind a new centrist party, the Serve American Movement, bankrolling the party almost single-handedly.
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.
Over 90 US College Campuses Now Use Ranked Voting
Over 90 US college campuses now use ranked choice voting as Georgia State University adopts the highly valued election method.
Study: Serious Flaws In Process For Maintaining State Voter Rolls
Voter rolls are a key facet of the election process but there are still some serious flaws in maintaining them in some states.
How to Prevent Future Abuse of the President’s Pardon Power
How do we ensure that the President does not abuse pardon power? An opinion piece in Brennan Centre for Justice revisits this question.
The Woman Who Was Key In Getting Us the Voting Rights Act
Little known, Amelia Boynton played a key role in getting us the voting rights act and actively organised the Selma to Montgomery marches.
Bill for Montana Native American Voting Rights Act Introduced
Montana is moving to protect the right to vote of indigenous communities, introducing a bill for a Native American Voting Rights Act.
Applauding a Bipartisan Bill To Fix The Federal Election Commission
A bipartisan legislation seeks to overhaul the dysfunctional Federal Election Commission (FEC) and to ensure its effectiveness.
4 Election Reforms Designed to Keep Extremists Out of Power
The rise of extremism in American politics is why political reform must seek to marginalize, to the extent possible, these destabilizing forces.
The Risks of Corporate Political Spending After the Jan. 6 Insurrection
“Capitol riot presents unique risks for corporate financial supporters for members of Congress who backed…Trump’s position on Jan. 6”.
Important Utah Navajo Voting Rights Deal to be Extended
The voting rights settlement between San Juan County and Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission will likely be extended into 2024.