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.
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The Ethics Complaint Against Liz Cheney: Blue Smoke Without Fire
A recently released House of Representatives Subcommittee on Oversight report accuses former Wyoming Representative Liz Cheney of unethical conduct and concludes that “the Federal…
Declassified US Memo on Ethel Rosenberg Confirms She Was No Spy: Time for President Biden to Correct the Record
Her sons urge President Biden to correct the historical record by declaring her conviction and execution wrongful and issuing an apology.
What is the Future of American Counterterrorism Strikes in Somalia?
Will Trump increase the pace and number of U.S. strikes and operations in Somalia, and what would be the implications for civilian harm?
There’s Still Time for the Biden Administration To Act on South Sudan
The U.S. government and its allies should impose network-based sanctions on President Salva Kiir and his corrupt regime.
The AI Presidency: What “America First” Means for Global AI Governance
The coming AI presidency will demand careful preparation—not only to adapt to potential changes in U.S. policy but also to safeguard international collaboration on AI governance.
The First Trump Administration Used Sanctions Effectively in Africa. Here’s How That Can Resume in the Second Term.
The Trump administration can open up other opportunities to advance broader policy, national security, and even economic objectives.
What to Do If U.N. Climate Negotiations Fail to Phase Out Fossil Fuels?
Next year's COP must begin with steps towards a fossil fuel phaseout — with or without the fossil fuel industry's cooperation.
Biden’s Unfinished Business: A Bridge to Shore Up a European Flank – in the Balkans
Temporary US troops could restore stability and thwart Serb political leaders threatening secession amid the EU Force's weakened deterrence.
Georgia Risks Falling to a Violent One-Party Regime. The Biden Administration Must Act Now to Stop Its Slide.
The US is failing to forcefully respond to brutality against protesters opposing the Georgian ruling party's move to end EU accession talks.
Syrians’ Pursuit of Freedom and Self-Governance: Prioritizing a Locally-Driven and Incremental Approach to Constitutionalism
Syrian policymakers should pursue a locally-driven and incremental approach to constitutionalism for a more cohesive and just future.
The Spreading Impact of Restrictive ‘Foreign Agent’ Laws and How to Stop Them
Such measures not only gut civil society as incubators of citizen involvement and connection with government, they spill beyond borders.
The Public Framing of Mass Deportation
The Trump administration will be pressured to rely on deceptive representations of what exactly its deportation programs entail.