Candidate Q&A: Mandela Barnes on His Run for U.S. Senate
In our latest candidate Q&A of the 2022 cycle, Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes (D) lays out his pro-democracy platform.
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Candidate Q&A: John Fetterman on His Run for U.S. Senate
In our latest candidate Q&A of the 2022 cycle, Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman (D) lays out his pro-democracy platform.
Three Takeaways: Merrill v. Milligan Oral Arguments
On Tuesday, Oct. 4 the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Merrill v. Milligan, a case centered on whether Alabama’s congressional map violates Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. Here are several takeaways.
Litigation Look Ahead: October 2022
With the month of October comes a spooky time in the courts. The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case out of Alabama, attacks on mail-in voting are haunting courtrooms and redistricting litigation is still active.
Section 2 of the VRA Could Be Next on SCOTUS’ Chopping Block
There is a case before the U.S. Supreme Court that could change the future application of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act as we know it. How did we get to this point and what’s at stake?
50 States of Lawsuits: Texas
They say everything’s bigger in Texas — and that includes courtroom dockets. Here, in the first entry in our new series, we round up all the voting-related cases we’re keeping an eye on in the Lone Star State.
The Republicans Who Cried Fraud After Losing Their Primaries
Analysis by Democracy Docket shows that for many Republican candidates — not just Trump — the only fair election is one that they win.
Friend or Foe: Analyzing Amicus Briefs in Alabama’s SCOTUS Case
Amicus curiae translates to “friend of the court.” After reviewing all 36 amicus briefs submitted in Merrill v. Milligan, we’re highlighting just a handful of the most insightful, provocative or compelling briefs.
GOP Anti-Voting Lawsuits Increase Nearly Five-Fold in 2022
New analysis by Democracy Docket reveals a steep increase in voting and election lawsuits filed by Republican-affiliated groups so far this year when compared to 2021.
What Happened in Michigan Is a Warning
An obscure government body in Michigan has been in the news quite a bit recently. It serves as a perfect example of how Republicans can meddle in the democratic process — and a warning sign of what’s to come.
