Democracy

Americans should pay attention to how Hungary lost its democracy, as their own leaders on the right embrace a similar course.

Russia and China notwithstanding, serious ties should balance interests in regional cooperation, civil society, and security assistance.

The joy of Arévalo’s victory across Guatemala is now tempered by the knowledge that continued threats of violence and rogue prosecutions will continue, with the ever-present…

Defenders of democracy should push back against autocrats by empowering artists, who cultivate open discourse.

"As someone who has served as an informal advisor to Republican and Democratic Presidents, it pains me to make this observation."

Leaders must communicate carefully with the public and subordinates, and minimize damage to the military, without adding to societal tension.

The involvement of lawyers allows combatants to absolve themselves from thinking about human rights considerations as long as they believe the military functions as part of a democratic…

Despite some positive developments, it is likely that ongoing and future civil-rights litigation will be contoured to satisfy, not an audience of nine, but a Chief Justice whose…

The Niger coup is part of a cascade of crises that underscore democratic backsliding and the need for a broad regional strategy.

A principal author of the January 6th Select Committee’s report examines the Special Counsel’s indictment for significant new evidence.

Section 241 can form the basis for charging Trump and conspirators in connection with their effort to "stop the count" in 2020 presidential election.

A surprise finish by an opposition candidate has spurred concern that the second round of elections will be canceled or stolen.