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Election History articles on Democracy Chronicles
Here we cover how democracy has progressed through time in our highly suggested global election history coverage. Modern systems of democracy largely arose out of the Europe through the period at the end of the Middle Ages into the Reformation, the Age of Enlightenment, and the American and French Revolutions. However in reality, democratic decision making is an even more ancient invention and in many ways a fixture of nature . Also check out our section on World Democracy.
A Propaganda Love Story, From Caesar To Trump
Times have changed but propaganda tactics remain the same. Roman propaganda has more in common with today’s political realities.
Jamaica’s Long And Winding Road To Becoming A Republic
Jamaica’s Constitution Reform Committee is tasked with reviewing the 1962 Constitution to facilitate the country’s transition to a republic.
Learning from Gorbachev’s Failures
Gorbachev’s failed attempt to transform a massive system from within has generated different take-aways for different countries.
US Political Dynasties Are In Decline
Political dynasties dominated US politics for several decades. However, it appears that their sway and influence have begun to wane.
American Democracy Was Never Designed To Be Democratic
The cracking and packed partisan redistricting strategies aren’t just systemic problems; they constitute the entire political system.
Majority Continue To Favor Moving Away From Electoral College
Due to the Electoral College’s excessive influence in recent elections, most Americans back altering the presidential election process.
New Quarter Will Honor Activist Who Fought For Women’s Voting
A Latina suffragette and one of New Mexico’s first female officials during the 20th century will have her image stamped on the US quarter.
How the Founders Intended To Check The Supreme Court’s Power
When they feel the justices have gone beyond their authority, the president and Congress can take measures to restrain SCOTUS.
Historical Lynching’s And The Contemporary Black Voting Behavior
Blacks in southern counties that experienced a relatively higher number of historical lynchings have lower voter registration rates today.