Zack Space wants to help restore American democracy from one of the last places you’d expect: the desk of the Ohio State Auditor. I'm an intern on Space’s campaign this semester. In lieu of attending …
Undemocratic America: How Gerrymandering is Diminishing the US Democracy by Ra’Shad Johnson @Georgia State University
The democratic gem, the United States, is undergoing extensive backsliding due in part to gerrymandering. Gerrymandering by definition means to divide - to divide a state into districts as to unfairly …
To the Viktor go the Spoils: Orbán’s Campaign Against Democracy by Judson Elsholz @ Georgia State University
Hungary has become a threat to democracy in Europe. Under the rule of Viktor Orbán, Hungary slid from a somewhat stable democracy to what can now be considered a full-blown authoritarian regime. …
Civil Resistance Gives me Hope for America by Jillian Newman @ Ohio State University
“Fight for freedom” was the mantra of the night. As I heard this phrase said all night, I felt hope and pride for the United States. Earlier this year, I attended an open mic night at a local café. …
When America Forgets Itself: How the GOP is Destroying Traditional Democratic Norms by Trey Robinson @ Georgia State University
Much of what the media addresses surrounding the Trump administration is over possible misconduct that is neither actually proven, nor serious enough to force any true backlash against them. This …
Lobbying, the NRA, and Democratic Erosion: What Would Marco Rubio Do For a Million Dollars? by Max Mapes @ Skidmore College
Two weeks ago, on February 14th, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida joined the list of schools who terrorized by gun violence. While appalling, the shooting is not surprising, …