A Run on Democracy
The government doesn’t wait until the next bank failure to write its playbook. We certainly shouldn’t wait for the next crisis in our democracy, either.
Marc Elias
As the founder of Democracy Docket and Partner at Elias Law Group, Marc Elias is a nationally recognized authority in voting rights, redistricting and law. In 2020, Marc led the historic legal effort to protect voting rights, winning over 60 lawsuits against the GOP’s efforts to suppress the vote. As Republicans continue to mount aggressive challenges to voting, Marc continues to fight back in court and on Twitter. Fighting for democracy by his side is Marc’s Portuguese Water Dog named Bode.
Brad Raffensperger Is Just Another Republican Vote Suppressor
If there was any doubt where Brad Raffensperger stands on voting rights, he has put it to rest. He is in lockstep with the Republican Party.
How the Supreme Court Turned a Community Leader into a Criminal
In 2016, the Arizona Legislature passed a ban on ballot collection that was aimed at decreasing electoral participation by minorities, especially among the state’s large Latino community.
Five Voting Laws Needed To Protect Democracy
My message to state Democratic leaders is simple: Use your power to expand voting rights and protect democracy.
Redistricting Lawsuits Could Impact Control of Congress
If it is close enough, the outcome of redistricting litigation may be decisive in who holds the speaker’s gavel on Jan. 3, 2025.
The Latest Gambit From North Carolina Republicans
North Carolina’s Republican-controlled Legislature has never been shy about abusing its power to undermine free and fair elections.
Meet Wisconsin’s Proudest Vote Suppressor
Even among vote suppressors, Wisconsin election official Robert Spindell (R) stands out for his enthusiasm for voter suppression.
Santos, McCarthy and the Shameless Republican Party
The Republican Party today embraces crooks. It revels in cheating. It celebrates fraudsters.
The Courts Protected Democracy in 2022
A new report by Democracy Docket shows that much of the conventional wisdom about voting and election litigation was wrong.
It Is Time to Reform the Electoral Count Act
I am thrilled to now support the Electoral Count Reform Act and urge both chambers of Congress to pass it as soon as possible.
