Joe Biden, who ran for president on a vow to revitalize democracy around the world, now finds himself in a fight to maintain it at home.
Election Transparency articles on Democracy Chronicles
These election transparency articles focus on efforts to introduce openness, communication, and accountability into all levels of government elections. Also see our sections on American democracy and Money Politics.
The Most Brutal Debunking Of Trump’s Fraud Claims Yet
A Republican-led state Senate committee in Michigan has been the most vocal yet in its opposition to Trump’s allegations of fraud.
Task Force to Investigate Election Worker Threats
The DOJ has appointed a task force to investigate election worker threats. The attacks on election workers are the result of the “big lie”.
A Political Storm Will Follow the Arizona “Recount”
The insurgency is ongoing, and the next violent inflection will occur in the weeks after the release of the Arizona “audit” results.
Exodus Of Election Officials Raises Concerns Of Partisanship
Baseless claims of massive fraud by Republicans are why the once quiet job of election official is becoming a political minefield.
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.
Money Politics Data Nonprofits In New Alliance
The two most prominent US money-in-politics data organizations have teamed up to assist Americans hold state officials accountable.
Shareholders Seek Transparency About Company Political Spending
Shareholders are increasingly aware of the risks in money politics. Investors now want more transparency into corporate political spending.
Did A Voting Machine Confuse Ballot Fold Lines For Votes?
Independent auditors looking into vote tampering in Windham’s 2020 state representative vote are focusing on ballot paper fold lines.
Threat Of Serious Penalties For Poll Workers Stiffen Nationwide
Texas’s new voting bill pushed by Republicans could mean strict penalties for election officials, poll workers suspected of mistakes.