Voters Sent a Clear Message on Election Day That Democracy Matters
Most of us in this country agree that our democratic system works best when we all have our voices heard and our votes counted.
Opinion
Read in-depth op-eds on voting rights and democracy from guest authors and Democracy Docket founder, Marc Elias. Use the drop-down menu to organize by topic.
Democracy Is Still Under Threat After the Midterms
Election deniers lost several high-profile races in the midterms and Democrats performed better than expected, but democracy remains in jeopardy.
Democrats Won State Legislatures by Getting Personal
These victories come at a crucial time as Democratic state legislatures have become our last line of defense against right-wing radical policies.
An Elite Power Grab Dressed in Academic Robes
If you have not heard of the independent state legislature theory, congratulations. You lead a happier life than I do.
How Social Media Mobilized Gen-Z to the Polls This Year
There’s no doubt that Gen-Z’s vote was instrumental in progressive races and battleground states across the country.
Democracy Itself Was on the Ballot on Election Day and Won Decisively
With votes counted and most contests decided, we can decisively call this election a win for democracy.
Is Your State’s Democracy Healthy? We Looked at the Warning Signs
Americans are justifiably skeptical that they can have elected officials who truly work for them.
Lawyers Can Make the Difference This Election
At We The Action, we are fighting back. We want to see a world where there are no gaps among people’s ability to access our democracy or justice.
I Was Unconstitutionally Disenfranchised in Jail
We passed legislation to ensure it doesn’t happen again.
Young People Are Democracy’s Superheroes: Will 2022 Candidates Listen to Them?
Young people are constantly told that if we just turn out to vote, we will change the country. Since 2018, we have done just that.
