The Illinois Democrats are turning the spring session into a partisan blitz to keep their grip on Springfield and reward their allies.
American State Elections articles on Democracy Chronicles
American state elections are known as the laboratories of the democracy. State legislatures, governors, judges and many other positions are determined by election depending on state laws. Also see our section on American democracy and our articles on American State Elections.
Resolving Political Dysfunction With Open Primary Elections
There is no single cause for our political gridlock but the American electorate is changing rapidly, and both parties have failed to adapt.
Texas GOP Release Text of Voter Suppression Bill
SB 7, the omnibus voter suppression bill that legislative GOP have been working on for months, has reached a final version in Texas.
Louisiana Legislature Moves to Extend Early Voting
Democrats in the Louisiana legislature have presented a new bill that would enhance early voting in presidential elections in the state.
Can Ranked Choice Voting Transform Our Democracy?
Ranked choice voting reinforces democracy by helping to more properly represent the whole spectrum of voters in an election.
How Democratic Innovations Can Reduce Polarization
Democratic innovation is a key tool for lowering polarization. Local attempts to bring people together is an effective strategy.
Study: White Male Minority Rule Pervades Across The US
A new analysis released Wednesday shows that, white male minority dominance dominates politics in America from local to state level.
How Past Elections Have Changed American Democracy
A look back in America’s political history shows that Trump is not the first candidate to contest the results of a U.S. presidential election.
Michigan’s Unusually Strict Ban On Voter Transportation
Unless a voter is physically unable to walk, the ban prohibits anyone from hiring transportation to transport others to polling places.
Parties Already Breaking Fundraising Records Ahead Of 2022
Democrats and the GOP are amassing huge sums of money ahead of the midterm, laying the groundwork for a costly 2024 clash.