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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As Title 42 Comes to an End, So Should Military Operations at the US-Mexico Border
"The militarization of the southern border not only stigmatizes migrants and asylum seekers but also undermines core legal principles designed to protect democracy and individual…
“Honey, I’m Hacked”: Ethical Questions Raised by Ukrainian Cyber Deception of Russian Military Wives
States must pay greater attention to adequately preparing military relatives for targeted cyber deception campaigns.
Trump’s Most Pivotal, Incriminating Admission on CNN
"But why is this admission so pivotal to the potential outcome of a trial? The answer is location, location, location."
Dealing with Hybrid Regimes: Pursuing US Interests Without Giving them a Pass on Democracy
Failing to address their democratic deficiencies sets up the US and G7 for long-term strategic failure and hinders economic prosperity.
The Just Security Podcast: FISA Section 702 Reauthorization
To understand how the U.S. government thinks about Section 702 reauthorization, Tess Bridgeman sat down with Chris Fonzone and Josh Geltzer.
Advancing Global Human Rights Locally
"While U.S. states and localities may not enter into binding agreements with other nations or act contrary to federal law or policy according to legal precedent, U.S. states and…
Tunisia Can “Bounce Back” from Authoritarianism with Proper Support
"Until conditions allow for the right combination of elements to help the country reverse course, the United States and the international community must use consistent, behind-the-scenes…
How Trump’s CNN Town Hall Remarks Put Him in Greater Legal Peril for Jan. 6 Investigations
During a town hall event on CNN Wednesday night, former President Donald Trump made multiple incriminating remarks about his efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election.…
Meeting the Climate Moment Requires a Coherent Climate Disaster Strategy
Fixing FEMA is an essential task for the Biden administration.
Don’t Look Away From What May Be Turkish Democracy’s Last Stand
The US, Europe, and voters in other countries teetering toward autocracy must pay heed, be vocal, and support democratic forces robustly.
Nicaragua’s Human Rights Crisis, Fueling Migrant Flows, Demands More Strategic US Action
The policy has been largely ad hoc. Success requires strong, coordinated messaging, sanctions, accountability steps, and other measures.
DHS Intelligence Rearranges the Deck Chairs—Again
The new realignment of the DHS Office of Intelligence & Analysis fails to address the agency's fundamental problems.