With many GOP members openly bending to Trump some former Republicans are considering creating a centre-right anti-Trump party.
Republicans articles on Democracy Chronicles
Founded by anti-slavery activists, there have been 18 presidents who were Republicans in U.S. history, the first being Abraham Lincoln. Today the party is considered a conservative party. Also see our articles on the Democrats, the conservative leaning Tea Party, and our Third Party Central section.
Big Oil funding lawmakers opposed to ban on new drilling
President Biden’s climate change plan will be an uphill task with “Big Oil” funding lawmakers opposed to ban on new drilling.
Opinion: Congress should make a deal to end partisan gerrymandering
Push to end partisan gerrymandering is yet to see a satisfactory outcome. Expert opinion suggests deal in Congress to end the practice.
Republican lawmakers paralysed by Trump’s false election claims
Jan 6 Republicans voted to overturn the election as demanded by Capitol rioters. A month after, the GOP is still paralysed by Trump election fraud claims.
GOP Seeking Tougher Voting Rules After Record Turnout
Republican lawmakers are moving swiftly to attack some of the voting methods that fueled the high turnout.
How Do Farm and Rural Communities Vote?
The popular belief is that farmers in rural areas believe that the Republicans and their conservative beliefs are more likely to help their communities.
Trump Lies, Cruz Complicity, and Why Black Lives Matter in Texas
Carroll G. Robinson, law professor, attorney and Democratic activist, took time out from his hectic schedule to do an email interview.
GOP Lawmakers Backing Move to Ranked Voting in Utah
I was an opponent of ranked-choice voting. I didn’t take the time to look at what was actually happening where ranked-choice voting had been deployed.
Trump Has Discussed Starting a New Political Party
Mr. Trump discussed the matter with several aides and other people close to him last week, people have said.
Dominion Voting Machine Lawsuit Threatens MyPillow CEO
Lawyers for the election technology company have warned prominent Trump ally and MyPillow chief executive Mike Lindell of “imminent” litigation.