Brennan Center for Justice

We stand for the rule of law.

We stand for the freedom to vote.

We stand for democracy.

About the Brennan Center

Supreme Court behind barrier

Midterms

Democracy Constrained

The Supreme Court has helped create an electoral system in which competition is scarce, money is dominant, and voting protections are weaker.

In the run-up to the election, the federal government is exerting unprecedented pressure on American democracy.

Read More

Illustration of hands placing ballots styled as pieces of the American flag in a box

We have solutions for democracy’s most pressing problems.

Ensure Vote

Voting & Elections

Reform Money in Politics

Money in Politics

An etching of the capitol building.

Government Power

See all topics

The Brennan Center for Justice strengthens American democracy through research, advocacy, and public education.

Informed citizens are democracy’s best defense.

What You Need to Know to Vote
Sending ICE to Polling Places Is Illegal

Watch

red background green foreground with money and capitol

Donate

Citizenship Question

Series

Solutions for a Stronger Democracy

American public institutions urgently need repair and renewal.

A hub for Supreme Court news, analysis, polling, and resources featuring diverse perspectives from Brennan Center experts and outside scholars, advocates, journalists, and retired judges

Explore The Benchmark

Supreme Court