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.
3,366 Articles
Draft Crimes Against Humanity Treaty: Toward a Gender Progressive, Survivor-Centric, Intersectional Approach
Civil society is calling on States to apply a gender-competent, survivor-centric, and intersectional lens to a new convention on crimes against humanity.
Is AI the Right Sword for Democracy?
The "AI for Democracy" argument rests on misguided - and potentially dangerous - assumptions.
Book Review: An Optimist’s Guide to Reining In Big Tech
In his new book, Mark MacCarthy offers a timely blueprint for applying tools developed for other industries to regulate Big Tech.
DOJ Will Use Trump’s Continued Embrace of Jan. 6 Rioters to Prove Its Case
Former President Donald Trump's statements can show he had the requisite criminal intent in the actions he took to overturn an election.
Continued Positive Momentum on Crimes Against Humanity Treaty
An update on the U.N. General Assembly's Sixth Committee session in October, and what to expect for a proposed crimes against humanity treaty.
The Year of Section 702 Reform, Part IV: The Government Surveillance Reform Act
New bipartisan legislation in Congress offers FISA Section 702 reforms that would protect Americans' privacy without compromising national security. It would be the most significant…
Rethinking Counterterrorism
The failure of past counterterrorism policies and practice has led to unending cycles of violence.
The Just Security Podcast: The Dangers of Using AI to Ban Books
Some public schools are turning to AI to comply with book bans - Emile Ayoub joins the show to discuss the risks and pitfalls.
Process Rights and the Automation of Public Services through AI: The Case of the Liberal State
The use of AI in government is a response to the problem of how to dispense justice at scale.
Law and Survival in Israel and Palestine
International law is critical to survival in Israel and Palestine.
New Rule of Law Index: Spread of Authoritarianism Slows But Justice Systems Are Failing
Annual index reveals new global trends in reversing authoritarianism but concerns about civil and justice systems. See also U.S. rankings.
Will a New Foreign Security Force for Haiti Embrace Accountability?
Robust accountability mechanisms must allow Haitians to seek justice for abuses linked to the new force as it operates outside UN systems.