Campaign spending limits in UK elections shows that as the amount of allowed spending rises, so does the cost of campaigns.
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.
The American Civil War As Case Study In Democracy Breakdown
A recent research paper examines America’s polarization in historical context by looking at its last democracy breakdown: the Civil War.
A Brief History of Presidential Campaigns by Vice Presidents
When it came to announcing their presidential campaigns, the vast majority of current or former vice presidents followed a similar schedule.
How Medieval Lawyers Used Sheepskin To Prevent Corruption
According to new research, medieval and early modern lawyers preferred to write on sheepskin parchment because it helped deter fraud.
American Tradition of Widows Following Their Husbands To Congress
A new report shows that 48 widows have either been appointed of elected to Congress to fill vacancies left by passing husbands.
Ancient Maya Houses Show Inequality Is Tied To Despotic Governance
The countries with the greatest wealth disparity often had regimes that centralized power in a limited number of citizens.
Fascism and its Contemporary Meaning
The alarm has been sounded about the return of fascism. Understanding fascism is important to determine if these concerns are justified.
26th Amendment Anniversary, Reminder of Value of Youth Vote
The 26th Amendment anniversary is a reminder of the value of youth vote. Youth were very involved in advocacy leading to the law.
This 16-Year-Old Chinese Immigrant Led a 1912 Suffrage March
At age 16, Mabel Ping-Hua Lee would help lead a storied New York City march, cementing her place in women’s suffrage history.
Palestinians Making Preparations For First Election In 15 Years
Saturday, Palestinians continued preparations for first parliamentary elections in 15 years, opening registration offices for candidates.