Nearly half the people in the world barred from voting due to criminal history live in the United States. To champion democracy over authoritarianism, we must address this injustice.
Nearly half the people in the world barred from voting due to criminal history live in the United States. To champion democracy over authoritarianism, we must address this injustice.
Without the filibuster and with more legislation passed, voters could judge their senators on tangible policies and voting records. For those who favor responsiveness over milquetoast compromises, revoking or reforming the filibuster is a step forward.
Bundling is incredibly lucrative for political campaigns, allowing “front” organizations to disguise individual, business, and interest groups’ contributions.
The U.S. needs political parties that are responsive to the needs of constituents. We need change, and we need more people like India Walton running for office.
Judicial deference to federal agencies, administrative lawmaking, and executive overreach widen the chasm between U.S. citizens and those who shape our society.
In a political era known for its partisanship and substandard bills, to argue that complex Senate rules produce the opposite is nonsensical.
Biden has an opportunity to be a transformational leader. It is up to him to act, and to give the American people the confident leadership we desperately need.
Americans can draw inspiration from Progressive-Era activism to resolve the paralysis and inequity of our politics and guarantee democratic legitimacy.
Many Americans are concerned about something that should be simple: voting. But in America, disenfranchisement is systemic and ongoing.