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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.
North Carolina’s New Gerrymander Silences a Region With a Long History of Fighting for Civil Rights
These discriminatory laws and practices kept citizens from voting, holding office, and controlling their own destinies. They turned to the courts — and won.
New Attack on Free Speech: South Carolina GOP Wants to Criminalize Sharing Abortion Info
GOP lawmakers have sponsored a horrifying new bill that would create a total abortion ban and redefine what counts as birth control.
“Constitutional” Sheriffs Have Already Shown Us How the Trump Administration Might Attempt To Overthrow Elections
“Constitutional” sheriffs have used their political and policing powers to harass local officials, criminally investigate select individuals, and intimidate voters with displays of force. Their historical plans, however, provide a roadmap for what is ahead.
Meet the Election Deniers in Charge of North Carolina Elections
The GOP’s new power over elections comes as Republicans across the country are stacking the deck for the 2026 midterms.
Now Is Not the Time to Pull Back on Voter Registration
Every year, nearly 4 million people turn 18, and hundreds of thousands become new citizens. Absent organized outreach, millions risk missing upcoming local elections and next year’s midterms.
Election Officials Must Guard Their Systems — Including from Federal Overreach
As Democracy Docket has reported, other states are similarly being pressed for information, and the administration has seemingly disregarded the independence of the federal Election Assistance Commission.
North Carolina May Disenfranchise Voters Targeted by GOP Scheme To Steal Election
This maneuver by the Republican Party could disenfranchise thousands of voters as we head into the midterm elections.
The Last Line of Defense Against GOP Gerrymanders: Dem Governors
At the Democratic Governors Association (DGA), we know one of the best ways to stop Republicans’ power grab and protect our democracy is to elect Democratic governors.
Martinez Fischer: “We Are the Test Case”
Texas Republicans doing the bidding of President Trump are seeking a deeply cynical map aimed at the heart of the minority community.
