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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.
NJ Plan to Move Hoboken Elections Draw Controversy
Moving the Hoboken elections to coincide with general election would boost turnout but proves difficult
400,000 Back Illinois Independent Redistricting Commission
Commission to oversee Illinois independent redistricting reforms backed by online petition signers
Black Women Are Most Underrepresented Group in Politics
Brennan Center takes a look at causes behind unparalleled disenfranchisement of black women
When to Start Your Independent Presidential Petitions
Some states, not all, set a mandatory date to begin filing your independent Presidential petitions
How to Get on Florida Primary Ballot With a Fundraiser Visit
Republican candidates get around ballot access rules by making a fundraiser visit to Florida’s GOP
Ex-Governors Take Stand Against NJ Big Money Politics
NJ big money politics is poisoning democracy says ex-Governors Tom Kean and Christie Whitman
Hard Work Ahead to Ensure Free and Fair 2016 Election
With a year to go, sustained efforts to secure integrity of 2016 election needed more than ever
Anger at Veto of NJ Voting Reforms Spurs New Action
Governor Christie set off wave of disappointment across state with his veto of NJ voting reforms
Modern Political Ads Can Target You Anywhere
Big data and online connectivity means that political ads are more targeted than ever before