At the sluggish rate of the past 25 years, it’s going to take more than 100 years before there is gender parity
American State Elections articles on Democracy Chronicles
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My Best Democracy-Related Political Cartoons of US States
Today I am proud to announce a new collection I have put together to highlight some of my favorite artistic creations that highlight the struggle for democracy in different American states.
Governor and courts battle over Florida felon voting reforms
Proposal would make restoration of the right to vote automatic upon completion of sentence for certain ex-felons
Angus the Dog Attempt to Run for Kansas Governor Rejected
A dog’s application to the Kansas gubernatorial race is rejected, despite his owner insisting he has necessary qualities
West Virginia Capitol Ejects Woman for Lobbying Speech
Lissa Lucas read out political donations handed out by oil and gas companies to members of West Virginia’s lower house
GOP submits latest Pennsylvania district maps to governor
GOP sent to the governor a new statewide map of congressional districts to replace boundaries court ruled unconstitutional
Democratic Party reveal plan for Georgia gerrymandering reform
A democratic group led by former AG Eric Holder and backed by Barack Obama has its sights set on Georgia
New Widget Tech Helps Follow the Money in Illinois Election
The five leading candidates have raised more than $136 million, already exceeding any other contest before in Illinois
VIDEO: How Racial Animosity Led to Immobilized Local Governments
Was evolving authority to state governments a response to the rise of Black political empowerment in American cities?
Big Court Win Boosts Smaller Pennsylvania Political Parties
Minor party and independent candidates for Governor in Pennsylvania in 2018 will need 5,000 signatures