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.
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.
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.
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.
The Push for Hand Counting: A Step Back in Responsible Election Practices
Although hand counting ballots might seem like a straightforward enough enterprise, the issue is that it really isn’t.
Sheriffs Who Back the “Great Replacement” as the New “Big Lie”
Now, failing to prove voter fraud, constitutional sheriffs argue an alternative — and equally false — theory.
Let’s Start Bringing 80 Million Americans Back Into the Political Process
If we want to get nonvoters engaged, we need to find a way to help them feel connected to politics.
How Ohioans Saved Direct Democracy for Us All
Ohioans sent a clear message to elected officials that blatant attempts to consolidate power and thwart the will of the people is not good politics.
Much to the GOP’s Chagrin, Majority Still Rules in Ohio
Last week, Ohioans overwhelmingly rejected Issue 1, a ballot measure that would have gutted a century-old right to majority rule for direct democracy.
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