In the last decade, Dave’s Redistricting App (DRA) has grown in popularity among groups looking to create their own redistricting maps.
Voting Technology articles on Democracy Chronicles
This voting technology section highlights the important role technology has played in democratic history and seeks to explore how technology will shape the future of elections. This new era of elections is an area of heavy debate in political circles. Be sure to also check out our Election Technology section and our articles on Technology Dissidents, the Internet and Voting or Voting Machines.
Federal Officials Predict Repeat Of 2020 Election Threats
Three federal cybersecurity authorities argue that threats to election security that surfaced last year are likely to resurface this year.
Including Election Systems As Critical Infrastructure
Former US CISA director Chris Krebs said that election systems should be classified as critical infrastructure by Australian lawmakers.
How Political Science Can Go Dangerously Viral
Given the importance of what political science studies, from democratization to genocide, a false concept escaping might be dangerous.
Library of Congress Paves Digital Democracy Path
From being called a tech laggard, the Library of Congress is now bringing history to US residents in more and more imaginative ways.
How Computer Models Can Be Used In Redistricting
In his memo on the For the People Act, Joe Manchin proposed as policy: “Ban partisan gerrymandering and use computer models.”
Unlocking Global Democracy With Blockchain Technology
Democracy is still not entirely possible in some areas, emphasizing the need for decentralized solutions capable of empowering individuals.
The Productive Failures Of Biometric Voting In Africa
While biometrics raised expectations among political opponents in Africa they do not prevent rigging and can sustain tyranny.
Democratizing Power of the Social-Media Stock Market
BitClout reduces everything—art, humor, and personhood—to monetary value, revealing who and what we are prepared to pay for.
How To Safeguard Elections
Since January 6, republican-led states have waged a war against democracy. It’s past time to revisit how to safeguard our elections.