Lawmakers in Nevada are considering dumping the caucus tradition for a presidential primary aiming to put Nevada first in the primary schedule.
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.
A Path Forward For Social Media And Democracy
Key experts revisit conversations around social media and democracy simmering for some time and broke out with the Jan 6 insurrection.
Poll: Third political party is needed in US
Poll shows that most Americans believe there should be a third party because Democrats and Republicans have failed to represent Americans.
The politics of synonyms
Researchers found people are more successful at identifying language associated with Republican speech than Democratic speech patterns.
Texas: Election integrity or suppression?
Concerns over voting rights in Texas as governor takes direct aim at elections citing “integrity” despite no evidence for fraud in last election.
Republican Efforts to Restrict Voting Risk Backfiring on Party
Republican lawmakers in battleground states are rushing to enact stricter voting laws but the moves could end up backfiring.
Obscure Alaska court case could end super PACs
Super PACs are a dominant feature of American democracy. However, an obscure Alaska court case could end them, reshaping US democracy.
Kahle: Secret ballots could save democracy
Open ballots may be preventing legislators from voting as they would want to. Last week’s Republican vote on Rep Greene and Liz Cheney showcase this.
Should California adopt a stricter recall election law?
California Governor Gavin Newsom is facing a recall effort. As this is happening relevant laws are under scrutiny across political lines.
Are Douglass Mackey’s Memes Illegal?
In 2016 Douglass Mackey allegedly conspired to distribute a meme aimed at deceiving pro-Hillary voters. But were his actions illegal?