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Trump's "sorting" of Jews is a bad sign

"Trump has found a way to put his finger on the Achilles heel of a Jewish community," notes Sharon Nazarian

Salon

About half the Asian migrants we surveyed said they didn’t fully understand how our voting systems work. It’s bad for our democracy

When an election rolls around, most of us know what to do on voting day. With varying degrees of enthusiasm, we go to our closest polling place, give our details and cast our ballots. After a century of compulsory voting, it seems pretty straightforward.

The Conversation

President Biden Supports Supreme Court Term Limits

President Biden's administration plans to reform the Supreme Court with term limits and ethics rules to strengthen justice and democracy.

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Senate Committee To Investigate Security Failures In Trump Rally Attack

Senate hearing led by Chairman Peters addresses recent attack on former President Trump as an assault on democracy and emphasizes the need for enhanced sec...

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Washington insiders simulated a second Trump presidency. Can a role-play save democracy?

In a DC-area hotel, Democrats and Republicans met to wargame five scenarios they say are ‘not unrealistic’

The Guardian - US

Flawed research into election fraud can undermine democracy and intensify polarization

Bad electoral science can cause lasting harm to democracy, undermining public confidence in the voting process.

The Conversation

Scholar: Trump more popular than Hitler

Parallels between America in 2024 and Weimar Germany "astonish me," says eminent historian of the Nazi era

Salon

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Taiwan president urges democracies to unite at largest-ever gathering of foreign lawmakers in Taipei

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te welcomed he said was the “largest-ever” delegation of foreign lawmakers to Taiwan, even as Beijing pressured members of the delegation not to visit

The Independent UK

A President Harris might not get any Supreme Court picks – Biden proposes term limits to make sure all future presidents get two

To emphasize the importance of an election, presidential candidates often predict that the next president will have an opportunity to fill one or two vacancies on the U.S. Supreme Court.

The Conversation

Venezuela Illustrates the Perils of "Democratic Socialism"

The Venezuelan experience shows that democracy cannot cure the evils of socialism, and that a democratic socialist system is unlikely to remain democratic for long.

Reason

GOP downplays Trump threat to democracy

Democrats say the comment is a threat to democracy

Salon

Vice President Harris Endorses Biden's Supreme Court Reforms

Vice President Kamala Harris supports President Joe Biden's proposed Supreme Court reforms to restore trust, strengthen democracy, and ensure accountabilit...

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President Biden Proposes Supreme Court And Presidential Reforms

President Biden proposes reforms for Supreme Court and presidential immunity to restore public trust and strengthen democracy.

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The MAGA principle tested

Donald Trump, the Führer principle, and America’s worsening democracy crisis

Salon

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Campaign groups call on Home Office to stop ‘steady erosion’ of protest rights

Civil society organisations demand home secretary protects the ‘safety valve’ of democracy

Latin Times

Argentine President Milei calls Venezuela's Maduro a 'dictator' and says data shows 'a crushing victory for the opposition'

"Argentina won't recognize another fraud and hopes the armed forces will defend democracy and the popular will," Milei added

The Independent UK

Trump faces outrage after telling Christian audience they won’t have to vote again

Rep Adam Schiff says ‘Trump helpfully reminds us that the alternative is never having the chance to vote again’

The Guardian - UK

Last Tango in Washington: how sad, sidelined Joe Biden may yet have the last laugh

Far from being a lame duck, the president can use his time in office to champion US democracy and tackle unfinished business abroad

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The Guardian - US

Autocracy, Inc review – fears for liberalism and democracy

Anne Applebaum’s book charts the rise of the world’s strongmen. Has the rules-based international order been defeated?

Salon

Trump is scrambling to find his religion

When appeals to religion and “God” are added to Trump's desperation, the challenge to democracy is even greater

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Netanyahu's White House Visit Amidst Gaza Conflict

Israeli PM Netanyahu's visit to White House, Biden's withdrawal from 2024 race, Trump's call for jail time, Harris's campaign video, and more political upd...

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Biden Emphasizes Voter Role In Safeguarding Democracy

President Biden's poignant speech underscores the power of voters in shaping the nation's future.

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President Biden Steps Aside From 2024 Presidential Race

President Biden's announcement not to run in 2024, endorsing VP Harris, emphasizes democracy and unity in a significant Oval Office address.

Salon

The clarity of Biden's choice

Leadership has gotten harder and harder to recognize

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President Biden Steps Aside, Backs VP Harris For Election

President Biden announces decision not to seek reelection, endorsing Vice President Harris. Focus on democracy, policy priorities, and leadership transition.

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