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American Local Elections articles on Democracy Chronicles
American local elections like county and city government elections are true laboratories of democracy. A surprising number of the laws that manage American elections are decided locally. So get involved wherever you are to build a better democracy. Also see our section on American democracy and our articles on American State Elections.
New lawsuit by National Democrats over Texas voter registration requirements
Texas is being hit with third voting rights lawsuit filed by national and Texas Democrats — this time targeting the state’s voter registration requirements.
Lessons from Michigan: updating election equipment, thorny challenge for States
Lessons from Michigan show the extent to which updating election equipment remains a thorny challenge for States ahead of 2020.
Report: improvement needed in States for national GIS infrastructure to work
While no state is failing when it comes to GIS, the progress is spotty and there is an urgent need for all states to improve, NSGIC
Opinion: Gerrymandering endangers democracy. Fight back
John Arnold opines in the Houston Chronicle that where the Supreme Court failed to act in protecting US democracy against gerrymandering, the people can.
Clash over who will draw congressional district maps crucial to house control
Ahead of 2020, Democrats and Republicans are in bitter hostility over who will draw congressional district maps crucial to House control.
Opinion: Why Redistricting in California Should be a National Model
Kathay Feng of Common Cause argues that California’s redistricting experience offers a lot of lessons on how to walk the path toward national healing.
Brennan Center Reacts to New Election Security Spending Deal
Brennan Center argues new election spending deal is necessary step to protect the 2020 vote and is crucial to better election infrastructure and security.
Preparing for Cyberattacks and Malfunctions, a Brennan Center Guide
Brennan Center for Justice has released a guide for election officials about how to prepare for and recover from cyberattacks and technical failures.
Restitution of voting rights Gives a voice to felons in more states
In Kentucky people like Ryan Young who were convicted have had their voting rights restored thanks to new legislation. This is happening in more States.