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Oral Argument in Moore v. Harper and the Perils of Finding “Compromise” on the Independent State Legislature Theory
Unpacking the Supreme Court’s oral argument in Moore v. Harper – implications for democracy if the Justices arrive at a compromise position on the “Independent State Legislature”…
Is Colombia Trapped in “War Mode?” In Wake of Truth Commission, New Leftist Government Recalibrates US Ties
Strengthening rule of law and democracy will require re-engineering the joint policies of the US and Colombian governments.
Why We Serve: Upholding the Democratic Process
"[D]emocracy must continuously be defended and ... our service to our community does not end but instead shifts in its form. This is something veterans have long known and appreciated."
Ukraine’s Anti-Corruption Fight Can Overcome US Skeptics
Amid likely GOP control of the House, strong steps would help Ukraine get the assistance it needs, while advancing reforms and EU accession.
Election Denying Officials Who Refuse to Certify Election Results Could Face Prosecution
"Election officials who are considering abusing their power in service of election falsehoods do so at their legal peril."
Canvassing Deserts: When Obstacles to Reaching Urban Voters Become Voter Suppression
Political canvassers operate at the grassroots of participatory democracy. They are coming in droves this election cycle, flocking to homes in swing districts. Their door-knocking…
As Moore v. Harper Takes Shape, a Broad Coalition Takes Aim at the Independent State Legislature Theory
"In this hugely consequential case, in a highly polarized environment, experts of all stripes and partisan affiliations have now weighed in with roughly the same answer: Giving…
Democracy at Risk: Are The Florida Election Police Violating the Law?
This is an important test case for American democracy in the newfound battles over voter suppression."
Dawning Digital Data Access via New EU Law
The EU Digital Service Act offers hope for increased data access for researchers that can help counter disinformation.
US Reinvests in Ethnic Oligarchy in Bosnia, Abandoning Support for Integration
President Biden and Secretary of State Blinken, together with allies, should rethink Western Balkans policy based on first principles.
People in Haiti Are Dying Because They Lack Water, Food, and Medical Treatment
Amid a gang-fueled economic and social meltdown, the US must help Haiti secure a government that takes responsibility for people's needs.
As Haiti’s Henry Refuses Checks on Power, the US Should Aid Efforts to Build True Democracy
The Montana Accord would establish an inclusive transitional government that can rebuild damaged institutions and inspire Haitians’ trust.