Redefining “Politicians” in 2024
The path to a brighter future lies in the hands of those who are ready to step up and lead.

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.
The path to a brighter future lies in the hands of those who are ready to step up and lead.
When Americans head to the polls this year, voters in 38 states — more than ever before — will have to confront a maze of voter ID laws.
The Constitution has a provision to protect our democracy in exactly the situation in which we find ourselves right now. We need to use it.
There really is no way for the Court to protect Trump and defend the U.S. Constitution — it must choose and bear the consequences.
The GOP is determined to undermine democracy. This election in Louisiana shows how.
Give us the ballot and we will chart a course for our beloved Ohio that aligns with the people’s vision, not that of out-of-touch extremist politicians.
We can ensure that the dream of Dr. King endures, and the Voting Rights Act remains a potent instrument in the pursuit of a more equitable and inclusive America.
When our judges are more familiar with our experiences, that wisdom transforms the justice they dispense.
I’ve always been proud to hail from this little heart-shaped state, but this year? That pride grew about 14 times.
The genie of violence has been blessed, approved and legitimized, especially by the frontrunner for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024.