The very first vote in the Democratic primaries may have been cast in Minneapolis last week. Minnesota, Vermont and California also have early voting.
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.
Lessons learned from 2016, but US faces new election threats
Potential threats [to US election security] have increased and some old problems [persist]. A look at what has changed since 2016 and what has not.
Socialism Gaining in Popularity as Iowa Caucus Nears
A new poll by Gallup shows that young Americans are increasingly in favour of socialism as opposed to capitalism. This is taking place as Iowa caucus nears.
Election Security Efforts Ramp up Ahead of 2020
Experts expect multiple sources of interference than in the 2016 polls. National security concerns persist despite Federal and State fortifications.
Early voting means 2020 primary is already here for millions
The Iowa caucuses haven’t yet happened, but millions are already free to vote. Many Super Tuesday states that hold primaries on March 3 offer early voting.
Public Campaign Financing is how to run without chasing megadonors
Ian Vandewalker and Kevin Morris of Brennan Center argue that public campaign financing offers candidates a way to run without chasing megadonors.
Analysis: Robustness of FBI election cyber security changes
New guidelines show how the agency will coordinate with state officials in the event of a cyberattack but analysts have questioned their robustness.
NPR Poll: Majority Of Americans Believe Trump Encourages Election Interference
Weeks before the first votes of the 2020 presidential election, Americans report a high level of concern about how secure that election, new NPR poll.
American Distrust Of The Voting Process Is Widespread, NPR Poll Finds
New NPR poll finds widespread concern 2020 elections will not be fair and accurate. There are worries of disinformation, voter fraud and voter suppression.
Email Interview with the Founder of Democracy Counts
Democracy Counts is a nonpartisan hi-tech startup that has developed election watchdog apps which it will share with volunteer election auditors in 2020.