This Supreme Court Case Could Devastate the Rule of Law
In this upcoming case, the Court will decide whether judges or agency experts are better positioned to decide crucial public policy questions.
Opinion
Read in-depth op-eds on voting rights and democracy from our contributors, guest authors and Democracy Docket's founder, Marc Elias. Use the drop-down menu to organize by topic.
These Sheriffs Are Refusing To Enforce State Law
Allowing sheriffs to dictate the implementation of laws — like we saw in Illinois and New Mexico — subverts the democratic will of the people.
With Help From Dems, Ohio Has Gerrymandering Déjà Vu
After 782 days and five bipartisan court strike downs of illegal Republican gerrymanders, Ohio is closing out its 2021 mapping cycle with Democrats caving on maps.
The Danger of a Single Election Day Narrative
Harris County, Texas, is often described as a bellwether for Texas and the nation.
A Blue Texas Is in Reach
If Democrats can unite around these goals, they can build an undeniable voting coalition that will guarantee their success in 2024 and beyond.
As Democracy Comes Under Attack, Congress Must Restore and Modernize the Voting Rights Act
Later today, I will reintroduce the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, which would modernize and restore the full protections of the VRA.
After Court Ruling, Thousands of Mississippians Could Get Their Right to Vote
Today, Mississippians are one step closer to justice thanks to a historic court ruling last month.
The Growing Threat of Republican Election Vigilantes
States need to act urgently to enact clear laws that forbid private voter challenges.
Elected by the People, Removed by DeSantis
I’m a citizen, a voter, an attorney and a candidate for public office in Florida — and this scares me.
The “Big One” Missing From Trump’s Indictments
You need to include the weight of a lawsuit brought in the Supreme Court by 17 states directly against four others.
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