Washington is in a state of anguish following Trump’s norm-breaking presidency, Capitol riot, and the ongoing flood of voter suppression laws.
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.
7 States Still Have Bans On Atheists Holding Office
Seven states, in violation of the freedom of creed in the US Constitution, nevertheless prohibit atheists from entering public office.
Exodus Of Election Officials Raises Concerns Of Partisanship
Baseless claims of massive fraud by Republicans are why the once quiet job of election official is becoming a political minefield.
Democratizing Power of the Social-Media Stock Market
BitClout reduces everything—art, humor, and personhood—to monetary value, revealing who and what we are prepared to pay for.
Death Threats Are Terrorizing Election Workers
Interviews and documents show that, election officials and their families face threats such as hanging, firing squads, bomb blasts.
Ivy League Dominance Presents A Threat To Democracy
Experts say that the growing concentration of wealth and influence at Ivy League colleges poses a “fundamental threat to our democracy.”
No More Spying on Journalists
The DOJ is highly tempted by revealing data held by telephone and email companies despite state spying threatening press freedom.
Study Shows Strength, Weakness Of Tennessee Elections
A new report on Tennessee elections in an unusually difficult year highlights the state’s strengths as well as areas for development.
Iowa Enacts Second Voter Suppression Bill
On Tuesday night, Gov. Kim Reynolds (R) signed new restrictions on the establishment of satellite absentee voting stations in Iowa.
Colorado Expands Options For Local Ranked Voting
Following the passing of HB21-1071 Tuesday, more Colorado localities are poised to begin experimenting with ranked-choice voting.