In Arizona’s Most Populous County, There’s a New Sheriff in Town
Maricopa County is an unfortunate example of how sheriff elections do not necessarily represent the will of the people.
Opinion
Read in-depth op-eds on voting rights and democracy from our contributors, guest authors and Democracy Docket's founder, Marc Elias. Use the drop-down menu to organize by topic.
A Strong Democracy Requires True Representation
The people who represent us impact our success personally and as a community in myriad ways.
It Is Past Time To Bring Trump to Justice
With the fate of democracy hanging in the balance, we are left wondering whether the courts are up to the task of holding Trump accountable at all.
In 9-0 Ruling, Supreme Court Justices Bend Toward Trump
The Supreme Court docket is long, but for now, at least, it bent toward Trump.
Ohio AG Pulls Out the Stops to Block Voting Rights Amendment
It’s a tale as old as time in Ohio, but Republican officials are again using their authority to thwart efforts to expand the people’s power.
New Research Ahead of 2024 Confirms Voter ID Laws Impact Millions
When Americans head to the polls this year, voters in 38 states — more than ever before — will have to confront a maze of voter ID laws.
Ohio’s New Motto: Give Us The Ballot
Give us the ballot and we will chart a course for our beloved Ohio that aligns with the people’s vision, not that of out-of-touch extremist politicians.
Sounding the Alarm: The 8th Circuit’s Discordant Note on Voting Rights
We can ensure that the dream of Dr. King endures, and the Voting Rights Act remains a potent instrument in the pursuit of a more equitable and inclusive America.
Where Are the Judges Who Know How To Fight for Workers?
When our judges are more familiar with our experiences, that wisdom transforms the justice they dispense.
Three Years After Jan. 6 Trump Is Even More Dangerous
The America that emerges on Jan. 7, 2025, will be different from the one in place four years earlier or even today.
