Voters pulled back the curtain on unknown campaign spending, approved ballot that requires public exposure of big-dollar donors.
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.
Voting-system Firms Battle Right-Wing Rage Against The Machines
Due to high cost of eradicating misinformation, voting machine pending makers are obliged to boost spending on litigation and PR.
96% Of U.S. House Races Won By The Biggest Spender
96% of House races called so far have been won by the biggest spender. To control the House, the GOP only need to flip six seats.
Local Kentucky Races Decided By Coin Toss
When there is a tie in an election, how do you make a decision? According to state law, a coin toss will suffice in Kentucky.
Could Australia-Style Voting Help In The US?
This week’s turnout for the US congressional elections could be a record, although it will still fall below many other countries.
How to “Follow the Money” in a Political Campaign
Without the proper media coverage, campaign donations can be a complex labyrinth of dark money, super PACs, and FEC filings.
US Voters With Disabilities Face Maze Of New Restrictions
Nearly 18 million Americans with disabilities voted in the 2020 election, but new [legislation] this year may change turnout.
The Swiss Answer For US Congressional Gridlock
It is difficult to have laws passed in the US, a systemic gridlock that could be addressed using the Swiss “people power” model.
Billionaire Mark Cuban Promotes New Voting System
Cuban believes that the two-party system is not fair and does not represent a large part of the electorate, the ranked-choice system is the lesser evil.
How Candidates Are Using TikTok In The US Midterms
The Alliance for Securing Democracy at GMF tracked and catalogued 227 TikTok accounts created and used by US major party candidates this November.