Lies, violence and the American state
Trump abhors democracy because it allows ordinary Americans to reject his lies. Even worse for Trump, it allows us to reject him.
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.
We cannot be nostalgic for the United States
The United States is no longer a steady ally and a trusted global power — but an unstable volcano ready to erupt.
Donald Trump just announced breaking news. The legacy media ignored it.
Not only is Trump repeating a lie about the conduct of the 2020 election, but he is also announcing — at an international conference — that his administration will soon prosecute his political opponents for having defeated him in an election.
Trump adds Walz and Frey to DOJ hit list
Donald Trump has added two more names to his hit list: Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey.
The DOJ offers only excuses as the Epstein Files remain secret
Donald Trump does not want the files released, and the DOJ is doing his bidding.
Trump’s call to cancel elections must be a wake-up call
Donald Trump told us how he really feels about the midterms: “When you win the presidency, you don’t win the midterms.” His conclusion was stark: “We shouldn’t even have an election.”
Trump’s secret war against vital nonprofits
Often, nonprofits represent the voice of the people. That is exactly why the attacks are coming fast and furious, and why we must stand firmly to defend these organizations.
Trump, Venezuela, and the threat to the 2026 elections
Donald Trump has no settled view of foreign policy or the use of military force. His decision over the weekend to attack Venezuela and seize its president, Nicolás Maduro, cannot be explained by any coherent worldview.
“60 Minutes” Obeyed in Advance
Last night, only hours before it was set to air an episode about the treatment of migrants shipped to El Salvador’s notorious CECOT prison, “60 Minutes” mysteriously pulled the episode.
Trump Sued Me. I Fought and Won.
Yes, this case may be over, but Trump’s abuse of the courts to go after his political opponents has only just begun.
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