America’s de facto two-party system has great advantages for stability. However, recent events show that it is also a recipe for polarization.
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.
Gerrymandering And The Point Of No Return
The For the People Act reflects a desire by activists to reassign congressional redistricting from legislatures to independent commissions.
Upcoming Discussion On 3 Options For Electing Presidents
TBOR is hosting an intriguing conversation on three potential presidential election options. The meeting is scheduled for June 26.
Maine Expands Student Voter ID Options
Maine has expanded students’ voter ID options. The new bill allows student ID as a valid form of identification when registering to vote.
Billionaire Donors Overwhelm NYC Mayoral Election
Billionaire donors have overwhelmed New York’s mayoral vote. To know their preferred candidates one just has to follow the money.
Will Joe Manchin Be A Voting Rights Hero?
Senator Joe Manchin is essentially the swing vote between two opposing ideas for the vote on the For the People Act, thanks to a deadlock.
DC Statehood Bill Headed To Senate Committee
A DC statehood bill is headed for senate where proponents prepare to present their case for DC to become the 51st state of America.
False Polarization: Overstating The Other Party’s Political Bias
Despite the reality of political polarization in the US, partisans often overstate its scope. This is referred to as “false polarization.”
Georgia Removes 100000 From Voter Registration Rolls
Allegedly to keep state voter rolls “up to date,” more than 100,000 names will be purged from Georgia’s voter registration records.
How GOP States Are Expanding Their Power Over Elections
Georgia GOP is removing Democrats of color from election boards. They’re also expanding their power over election in other states.