An interesting series of steps that election administrators can follow to make their ballot envelopes more accessible to voters.
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.
Democrats’ Priority in Power Must be to Stop Minority Rule
There was an interesting new post on the subject of minority rule by lecturer in history and international studies at the Netherlands’ Leiden University Andrew Gawthorpe and published at Guardian News. Take a look at this excerpt: The Democrats’ victory in the Georgia Senate races cements their control over America’s most important governing institutions. In […]
In Big US Cities, 80% of Referendums Were Approved Last Year
There were 314 local measures in 26 different states and D.C., on the ballot for voters in the top 100 largest cities.
SolarWinds Hack May be Big Setback to Judicial Transparency
The vulnerability in SolarWinds resulted in an “apparent compromise” of “highly sensitive non-public documents,” such as sealed filings.
Ex-Felon Lawmakers Backing Washington Felon Voting Reforms
Several formerly incarcerated Washington state residents last voiced support for voting rights for people convicted of felonies.
Legislature Moves Forward With Wyoming Voter ID Requirement
The bill would, among other things, mandate that “acceptable identification” be presented by anyone voting in person.
New York Absentee Ballot Voting could be Expanded
Reforms include a timeframe for processing absentee ballots and applications, earlier absentee ballot applications and ballot drop boxes.
Pay-to-Play Politics is the Norm According to Microsoft President
Microsoft CEO Brad Smith offered his employees a candid take this week on why the company gives money to politicians.
Can Proportional Representation in Congress Save the Country?
Election expert argues that change to some form of moderate proportional representation in Congress is absolutely essential.
How Blockchain Technology Could Support Democracy
In the wake of a bitter US election, the technology behind Bitcoin could offer a more secure and open democratic process.