Democracy & Rule of Law
Just Security’s expert authors provide analysis on threats and challenges to democracy and the rule of law in the United States and globally. Coverage includes analysis of the separation of powers, good governance, democratic backsliding, authoritarianism, judicial independence, freedom of the press and association, and accountability for rule of law violations.
3,333 Articles
Senate Hearing on Sudan: Is the US Ready for a Needed Reset?
US policy, including sanctions, should reflect the new reality on the ground and the Biden administration's stated commitment to democracy.
Prepublication Review and the Quicksand Foundation of Snepp
A massive system of prior restraint hangs on an irregular Supreme Court footnote.
Looks Are Deceiving: The Rebranding and Perpetuation of Counterterrorism Watchlisting in Multilateral Spaces
Counterterrorism watchlisting practices continue to erode due process, human rights, and the rule of law around the world.
2022 Update: Good Governance Paper No. 2: The Congressional Subpoena Power
At one-year mark of Biden administration, top experts revisit proposals to restore and promote nonpartisan principles of good government.
Combatting Authoritarianism: The Skills and Infrastructure Needed to Organize Across Difference
Movement-building can bring together unlikely bedfellows and allow a diversity of approaches to achieve a shared goal of upholding democracy.
2022 Update: Good Governance Paper No. 5: Prepublication Review – How to Fix a Broken System
At one-year mark of Biden administration, top experts revisit proposals to restore and promote nonpartisan principles of good government.
Biden’s Initiative for Democratic Renewal: How to Account for Conflict and Fragility
Supporting democracy requires grappling with fragility and conflict - including by choosing partners wisely, countering corruption, and taking a politically-informed approach to…
The Role for DHS in Countering the Disinformation Threat
DHS is well-placed to serve as the "truth-teller" to the American public.
2022 Update: Good Governance Paper No. 6: Domestic Military Operations
At one-year mark of Biden administration, top experts revisit proposals to restore and promote nonpartisan principles of good government.
More Federal Coordination Needed to Tackle U.S. Domestic Extremism
Editor’s note: This article is part of a series from leading experts with practical solutions to democratic backsliding, polarization, and political violence. On Jan. 13, the…
2022 Update: Good Governance Paper No. 18: Reforming Emergency Powers
At one-year mark of Biden administration, top experts revisit proposals to restore and promote nonpartisan principles of good government.
Congress Can and Should Address the Threat from Unauthorized Paramilitary Activity
This article is the first in a series of leading experts with practical solutions to democratic backsliding, polarization, and political violence.