Covid-19 Housing Crisis Highlights Racial Inequity of Campaign Finance System
Longstanding racial disparities in housing, perpetuated by big money interests in elections, have reached a breaking point.
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Amy Coney Barrett’s Judicial Record in Criminal Justice Cases
Although the Supreme Court nominee has often written opinions that don’t advance the claims of some criminal defendants and incarcerated people, she may be more receptive to supporting privacy rights and gun rights. -
TikTok and WeChat Decisions Push Back on Trump Sanctions
Two rulings suggest that judges are viewing the administration’s invocations of national security with greater skepticism. -
California’s Referendum to Eliminate Cash Bail, Explained
The upcoming vote on Proposition 25 could end money bail in California, but concerns remain. -
The Misdemeanor System Reinforces Economic Inequality
Exposure to the criminal justice system can lead to a lifetime of lower wages — which, in turn, worsens the racial wealth gap. -
Biden’s Plan to Roll Back Discriminatory Counterterrorism Policies
The candidate’s agenda recognizes the need to make amends to American Muslims. -
Supreme Court Considers Partisan Balance Requirements for State Courts
The decision could upset rules for independent state and federal agencies like the Securities and Exchange Commission and Federal Election Commission. -
Questions for the 2020 Presidential Debates
What will the candidates propose to strengthen American democracy and reform the country’s justice system? -
How Citizens United Threatens Judicial Independence
Unlimited and secretive spending by special interest groups is especially out-of-place in elections for state judges, who are supposed to be impartial. -
How Congress Can Fix a Slew of Voting Problems
A pair of bills would break down barriers to voting, especially for people of color.
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