Rick Hasen and David Kaye, both law professors at UC Irvine, are co-directors of the new Fair Elections and Free Speech Center.
Education articles on Democracy Chronicles
It is clear that high rates of education are essential for countries to be able to achieve high levels of economic growth and to manage a modern democracy. Spreading quality education to everyone around the world is vital to progress.
Library of Congress Paves Digital Democracy Path
From being called a tech laggard, the Library of Congress is now bringing history to US residents in more and more imaginative ways.
Can Civics Education Counter Threats To Democracy?
The new president of the Center for Civic Education argues that civics and constitutional education provide an opportunity for unification.
How A Congressional Voting Bill Would Impact Higher Ed
If Congress passes the Democratic-led For the People Act voting rights bill, college students across America will almost certainly be affected.
Juneteenth: A Celebration of the Declaration of Independence
Juneteenth is a reminder that we must never give up no matter how tough or trying the times. This year, it is especially important that we all speak up.
The Attack On Critical Race Theory & The 1619 Project
The 1619 project may have been highlighted as an example of CRT’s use in journalism, hence the tagline “the 1619 Project is CRT.”
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.”
Education Is The Silver Bullet To Fix America
A gloomy cloud has descended upon America due to political dysfunction and discontent. Education could be how to fix U.S. democracy.
Oregon Passes Bill Requiring High School Civics
On Monday, the Oregon House of Representatives passed a bill requiring high school students to take a semester of civics.
Repression Stymies Academic Freedom Throughout Asia
Academic freedom, like press freedom, is facing an onslaught from repressive governments throughout Asia, but this is rarely discussed.