Brennan Center for Justice

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We stand for the freedom to vote.

We stand for democracy.

About the Brennan Center

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A Year of Challenge and Hope for American Democracy

As our Constitution is tested, citizens respond.

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Analysis // December 16, 2025

Trump’s AI Order Is More Bark than Bite
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Expert Brief // November 25, 2025

ICE Wants to Go After Dissenters as well as Immigrants
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Explainer // January 29, 2025

Citizens United, Explained

We have solutions for democracy’s most pressing problems.

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Voting & Elections

Reform Money in Politics

Money in Politics

Protect & Liberty Security

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

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Expert Brief // August 3, 2025

The Trump Administration’s Campaign to Undermine the Next Election
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Policy Solution // October 2, 2024

Limiting the Military’s Role in Law Enforcement
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Explainer // August 9, 2025

Gerrymandering Explained
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Contributors // August 19, 2024

Why Term Limits for Supreme Court Justices Make Sense

Informed citizens are democracy’s best defense.

Countering Originalism in Court
State Supreme Court Diversity

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