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.
3,157 Articles
Transitional Justice in Ukraine: Guidance to Policymakers
A successful mechanism must involve civil society and include the impact of Russia’s armed conflict preceding this year’s full invasion.
The US Needs a Global Anti-Coup Strategy
With partners, Washington can affect the calculus of local players and set an example of standing with local pro-democracy actors.
Mariupol and the Origins and Avenues of Ukraine’s Transitional Justice Process
Government and civil society began a holistic approach to peace and reconciliation three years ago. It's time now to update and implement.
Beyond a “Hate Crime”: “Replacement” Rhetoric and the Genocide Worry
Judge Chile Eboe-Osuji, former President of the International Criminal Court, analyzes "replacement theory"-motivated killings through lens of international law on genocide.
Colombia’s `Second Independence?’ Likely Left Victory Marks Historic Shift
Pending a runoff, a ticket led by a former insurgent and Bogotá mayor with a Black feminist activist may seek new regional, global alliances.
American Tragedies
Buffalo, Uvalde, Laguna Woods among US communities shattered by mass shootings.
Human Rights Challenges Highlight Taiwan’s Ongoing Democratic Transition
An independent international review cited outstanding issues that point to the island's legacy of colonial and authoritarian rule.
Prosecuting Trump for the Insurrection: The Well-Founded Case for Optimism
"As a former federal civil rights prosecutor who investigated and tried police abuse cases under the onerous ‘willfulness’ standard for many years, I am optimistic of the prospects…
Створення міжнародної спеціальної комісії для України
«Україна та її міжнародні партнери мають невідкладно домовитися про найкращий спосіб притягнути…
Launching an International Claims Commission for Ukraine
Legal experts of a new group advising government of Ukraine explain President Zelenskyy's new initiative to forge an international treaty to create a Fund from Russian assets and…
With New Global Fragility Act, US Must Avoid Past Mistakes and Let Haitians Control Their Own Democracy
The GFA "can be an opportunity for the United States to have a better Haiti policy...but seizing this opportunity requires more than rhetoric."
Supreme Court Should Address Prior Restraints on Former Gov’t Employees
U.S. intelligence agencies prohibit millions of former public servants from speaking or writing about government policy without first obtaining the government’s approval - based…