Scholars warn that American democracy is at risk

Scholars warn that American democracy is at risk

ByDemocracy Watch

In an open letter, dozens of scholars from prestigious universities warned that American democracy is at risk. “We, the undersigned, are scholars of democracy who have watched the recent deterioration of U.S. elections and liberal democracy with growing alarm. Specifically, we have watched with deep concern as Republican-led state legislatures across the country have in…

Jim Crow 2.0: Georgia outlaws giving water to voters waiting in hours-long lines
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Jim Crow 2.0: Georgia outlaws giving water to voters waiting in hours-long lines

ByDemocracy Watch

Voting should be a quick and simple process. In many places, you can show up at a polling place, request a ballot, verify your identity, and fill out the ballot in 15 minutes. But states with a history of racial discrimination are often different. They may erect artificial barriers that are meant to deter –…