Eight Recent Cases Where the ISL Theory Appears
The U.S. Supreme Court will hold oral argument in case that considers the fringe independent state legislature (ISL) theory. The theory is already popping up in court cases across the country.
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Voting Won at the Polls This Year
Voters in 10 other states weighed in on democracy-related ballot measures. Now that the dust has settled and (most) of the results are in, here’s what happened to those measures in this year’s elections.
Young Voters Turned Out in Droves Despite Barriers
Just because young voters showed up to the polls in 2022 and made their voices heard doesn’t mean state lawmakers or election officials made it easy to do so. In Missouri, one student group faced an uphill battle.
How 2020 Laid the Groundwork for Moore v. Harper
The avalanche of litigation brought by Republicans in 2020 gave a fringe theory new life. Now, the Supreme Court has an opportunity to endorse this undemocratic theory — with potentially dire consequence for our democracy.
Partisan Control Was on the Line in These State Supreme Court Races
In four states, partisan control of the state Supreme Court was on the line. Democrats won in Illinois and Michigan while Republicans won control of the highest courts in North Carolina and Ohio.
Friend or Foe: Analyzing Amicus Briefs in Moore v. Harper
Amicus curiae translates to “friend of the court.” After reviewing all 69 amicus briefs submitted in Moore v. Harper, we’re highlighting a handful of the most insightful, provocative or compelling briefs.
What To Expect When the Election Doesn’t End on Election Day
While election officials are trying to manage voter expectations about realistic counting timelines, Republicans are indulging in the false narrative that, somehow, counting every ballot is fraudulent and wrong.
The Republican Party Keeps Suing Over Poll Workers
Since September, Republican Party organizations in multiple states have filed four lawsuits over poll workers, specifically to question the partisan composition of poll workers. These lawsuits could fuel claims of a rigged election.
These Candidates Are Running To Save Democracy
With Election Day only days away, catch up on all of our Q&As to learn more about the candidates and what they’ll do to fight back against threats to democracy and voter suppression laws and how they’ll make it easier to vote.
Amid Legal Battles, Nevada and Arizona Counties Turn To Hand Counting
Hand counting is less accurate, more expensive and more time consuming than electronic tabulation. Yet, voting machine conspiracies could create major issues after Election Day as more counties implement rogue election procedures.
