Dear John,
Today, Lawyers Defending American Democracy (LDAD) is pleased to announce the release of a groundbreaking report, "Marching Towards Autocracy: How States are Failing Democracy – And What We Can Do About It."
Explored in the context of eight core democratic principles, the report sheds light on the wave of anti-democratic laws and policies happening at the state level, highlighting instances where the rule of law is under severe strain and identifying systemic issues that demand urgent attention. Key findings of the Report include: |
- Erosion of Democratic Institutions: The report uncovers significant instances of erosion within democratic institutions at the state level, including the diminished reliance on fact-based decision-making.
- Challenges to Electoral Integrity: A detailed analysis of electoral processes reveals challenges that are undermining the integrity of elections, jeopardizing the core tenet of representative democracy.
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Reshaping Public Education by Undermining Academic Freedoms: An accounting of attacks on educators and the public education system based on the content of their teaching or the perspectives they share.
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Threats to Civic Freedoms: The report examines the loss of civic freedoms, including the fair treatment of all citizens and respect for individual autonomy, identifying areas where these fundamental rights face unprecedented challenges.
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We hope you will read and share the findings, and engage in the suggested actions to effect change in your own State. This report is the first phase of analysis into States that are undermining democracy. As the year draws to a close, please also take the extra step to financially support our work. With thanks, The Board,
Lawyers Defending American Democracy |
