There are more and more states that are using ballot drop boxes for the election. However, they have remained controversial.
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.
Trump seizes on small election issues to spread concern
Trump is using minor issues such as the nine ballots discarded in Pennsylvania and people being sent double ballots to spread concern.
North Carolina Senate Race Upended by Sexting, Virus Diagnosis
North Carolina’s…U.S. Senate race has been upended by personal and health disruptions that sent uncertainty through the campaigns and an electorate already casting ballots.
Covid: Donald Trump and Melania test positive
US President Donald Trump has said he and First Lady Melania Trump have tested positive for coronavirus and are now self-isolating.
Presidential debate: Trump and Biden’s claims fact-checked
President Trump and democratic challenger Joe Biden went in for the first 2020 presidential debate Tuesday. They made several claims that need a fact-check.
Trump Tax Claims likely to hurt re-election bid
Trump withheld his tax reports for years but New York Times report Sunday paints grim picture of his fiscal activities that could hurt re-election bid.
Third U.S. judge bars Postal Service delivery cuts before November presidential election
The US Postal Service under Louis DeJoy has unrolled measures that have delayed mail voting nationwide. A third judge has ordered a stop to these measures.
Amy Coney Barrett’s debut shows she will be a tough adversary for Democrats
Trump nominated Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court in replacement of the late Ruth B. Ginsburg aiming to solidify the 6-3 conservative majority.
Vote by Mail Programs Date Back to the Civil War
Vote-by-mail programs date back to the Civil War. U.S. armed forces have long used the mail to cast their ballots from the front lines.
How the 2000 Election Came Down to a Supreme Court Decision
One of America’s most controversial presidential election was that of 2000. The race was ultimately decided by the Supreme Court.