Despite state court warnings, Republicans plan to move forward with gerrymandering, despite the possibility of a judge stopping them.
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.
Study: 2020 Election Increased Alcohol Use And Decreased Sleep
Many experienced reduced sleep quality, higher stress, negative emotions, and more alcohol during the 2020 election period.
More Black Women Run For Office, But A Ceiling Remains
Significant hurdles await Rep. Barbara Lee as she hits the campaign trial for a senate seat in California, a race expected to be competitive.
Two Parties Set Record Senate Winning Streaks in 26 States
2022 election cycle saw only one U.S. Senate seat flip as a result, more than a dozen of the longest partisan electoral streaks were extended.
Tech Giants Broke Their Spending Records On Lobbying Last Year
Amazon.com Inc., Apple Inc. and Microsoft Corp. broke lobbying spending records last year as they fended off heightened scrutiny…
A Police Stop Is Enough To Make Someone Less Likely To Vote
New research shows how the communities that are most heavily policed are pushed away from… having a say in changing policy.
FEC Hikes Contribution Limits Ahead Of 2024 Election Cycle
Following historic 8% inflation in 2022, the [FEC] announced new contribution limits for the 2024 election cycle on Thursday.
Philadelphia To Use Electronic Poll Books In This Year’s Election
This year, Philadelphia voters will choose a new mayor. When they head to the polls in May’s primary election, they’ll see something else new.
Properly Funded NY Public Campaign Financing Can Make a Difference
Small donors will have more influence in the upcoming election in New York thanks to a ground-breaking public financing initiative.
A 10-Step Guide To Saving American Democracy
“The Bill of Obligations,” is a lean guide to political mores that avoids the recent pitfalls that have characterized US democracy of recent.