Category: Democracy

State and Local Leaders Must Take Action to Safeguard the Right to Vote In less than 12 months, the American people will once again have the opportunity to exercise their democratic right at the ballot box. However, the events of January 6, 2021, and ongoing efforts to undermine our faith in democracy have highlighted the…

Recognizing the dangers posed by both Donald Trump and the assault on voting rights is crucial for the survival of democracy in America. In the realm of American politics, the survival of democracy has taken center stage as the most pressing issue. While the attention is often focused on Donald Trump and his radical rhetoric,…

Two Republican supervisors face felony charges for interference with election officer and conspiracy In a stunning development, two Republican supervisors from Cochise County, Arizona, have been indicted on felony charges for their refusal to certify the 2022 general election. The indictment, announced by Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, accuses Peggy Judd and Tom Crosby of…

Professor Ben Ansell challenges the notion of the inevitable decline of liberal democracy in the face of rising populism and polarization. In a world plagued by anti-intellectualism and sound bites, the BBC’s Reith Lectures have managed to preserve a space for intellectual discourse. Now in its 73rd year, the prestigious lecture series continues to provide…

Revelations of government-sponsored “disinformation” groups at Stanford University and the University of Washington raise concerns about the erosion of free speech and the need for accountability. Recent revelations that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) collaborated with Stanford University and the University of Washington to create “disinformation” groups have sparked outrage and alarm among Americans.…

The Impact of Distressing News and the Erosion of Trust in Traditional Media In an era marked by the constant bombardment of distressing news, it is no surprise that people are increasingly opting to turn off the news. The images and descriptions presented are often beyond imagination, leaving viewers feeling overwhelmed and powerless. The scale…

In a time of political clownery, it is crucial for defenders of democracy to rise above the fray and approach the discourse with maturity and measured responses. In a political landscape that often resembles a reality show, complete with caricatures and plot twists, it is easy to get caught up in the spectacle. From the…