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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.
“Trump’s Opponents Want to Name His Big Donors. His Supporters Say It’s Harassment.”
Can Trump supporters successful use Supreme Court support for campaign finance built-in exemption for those who can show a realistic threat of harassment?
Senators pitch Trump on expanded gun background check bill
Two bipartisan senators are pitching President Trump on a bill to expand background checks for gun purchases in the wake of two mass shootings.
Trump’s Meddling, Intimidation Played a Decisive Role in Fed’s Interest Rate Decision
The Federal Reserve has responsibilities which require that it operates independently. Trump’s meddling might have influenced its interest rate decision.
Ranked-Choice Voting: How does it work?
Ranked choice voting (RCV) makes democracy more fair and functional. It works in a variety of contexts. It is a simple change that can have a big impact.
Disclosure is not Dangerous. Secrecy is
Our democracy works best when politicians are held accountable. Our system works when districts are drawn fairly, elections are run honestly.
What Every American Should Ask of the Next President
In the run-up to the 2020 vote and in a context of deepening threats to US values, Brennan captures questions the electorate must ask of the next President.
Ex-GOP lawmaker from Maine says he won’t run for his old seat in 2020
Former Rep. Bruce Poliquin (R) on Sunday announced that he would not run for his old Maine seat in 2020, citing “family priorities.”
Decision On Ranked-Choice Voting Coming Soon To NYC
NYC voters may soon get to choose five candidates for mayor instead of just one. Voters will decide in November whether to adopt a ranked-choice voting.
Change to Indiana Voter IDs Creates Fresh Hurdles For Student Voters
A Purdue ID controversy that has spanned the summer months has come to a close, so says the Tippecanoe County Election Board