Ever since the earliest years of this century, Ukraine has been the contested frontier in a grand ideological struggle between democracy and kleptocracy.
Money Politics articles on Democracy Chronicles
This Money Politics section includes news about the efforts to reduce the influence of money over the election system that has grown substantially since the Citizens United ruling. Also see our entire section on Money Politics or our articles on Political Lobbying.
Zimbabwean activist doctor unable to recall details of his disappearance
Prominent doctor and activist Peter Magombeyi leader of Zimbabwe doctors’ strike was abducted and tortured but can’t recall details of his disappearance.
Senate to Support More Money for Election Security: Brennan Center Statement
Brennan Center for Justice has issued a statement following news that Senate will support more money for election security.
Common Cause looks at the shortfalls of Senate Election Security Funding
Common Cause President Karen H. Flynn has issued a statement on the recent boost to election security by the senate, says its welcome but has shortfalls.
Appeals Court: Trump Liable in view of Emoluments Clauses
A federal appeals court says President Trump can be sued for unconstitutionally benefiting from his ongoing ownership of the Trump Organization.
Enhancing democracy support: new tactics, models, actors, and strategies
Democracy assistance is failing to adapt to the shifting dynamics of global politics evident in recent reports from such varied sources as Freedom House,
A Trump era Judiciary hostile to Campaign Finance Laws
Campaign finance laws halt the downside of money in politics, keeping elections transparent but Trump’s Judiciary picks may undermine this process.
Trump’s legal team has asked judge to dismiss Democrats’ tax return lawsuit
Trump administration, with other business entities, on Friday filed a motion to dismiss House Democrats’ lawsuit on President Trump’s federal tax returns.
Democrats walk tightrope in fight over Trump wall funds
Democrats face politically fraught options in opposing Trump’s move to divert $3.6 billion in military funds to build 175 miles of his border wall.
Trump moving forward to divert $3.6B from military projects for border wall
Trump administration moving forward with its plan to divert $3.6 billion from military construction projects to border wall, notifying congress.