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February 26, 2021 at 4:03 PM

Fair Courts E-Lert: House Judiciary Subcommittee Holds Hearing on SCOTUS Shadow Docket

Fair Courts E-Lert: House Judiciary Subcommittee Holds Hearing on SCOTUS Shadow Docket This Fair Courts E-Lert highlights a House panel’s recent hearing on the U.S. Supreme Court’s “shadow docket,” a new diverse set of judicial nominees in Connecticut, and more. Donate …

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February 25, 2021 at 11:50 PM

SCOTUS Takes Up GOP-Backed Vote Restrictions

SCOTUS Takes Up GOP-Backed Vote Restrictions Next week’s voting rights case before the Supreme Court could have broad implications for the fairness of our democracy. Donate [INSIDER] The Supreme Court Case…

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February 23, 2021 at 11:17 PM

The Briefing: Voting by Mail Threatened — Again

The Briefing: Voting by Mail Threatened — Again Your weekly source for analysis and insight from experts at the Brennan Center for Justice The Briefing Last week, Gov. Ron DeSantis proposed a slate of laws that would make it harder to vote by mail…

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February 17, 2021 at 10:57 PM

Upcoming Events - Building a Resilient Democracy, White Supremacy in the U.S., Diversity in Law Clerk Selection

Upcoming Events - Building a Resilient Democracy, White Supremacy in the U.S., Diversity in Law Clerk Selection Tomorrow at 1:00 p.m. ET - After the Insurrection: How to Build a More Resilient Democracy   After the Insurrection: How to Bui…

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February 16, 2021 at 11:47 PM

The Briefing: Democracy’s Next Battleground

The Briefing: Democracy’s Next Battleground Your weekly source for analysis and insight from experts at the Brennan Center for Justice The Briefing Later this year, states will begin the process of redrawing their congressional maps. It’s the same…

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February 12, 2021 at 4:04 PM

Fair Courts E-Lert: Federal Judge Pulled from Case After Appeals Court Finds Indications He Prejudged Plaintiff’s Claims

Fair Courts E-Lert: Federal Judge Pulled from Case After Appeals Court Finds Indications He Prejudged Plaintiff’s Claims This Fair Courts E-Lert highlights a story about the removal of a federal judge from a sex discrimination case after an appeals court found he prejudged the plaintiff’s c…

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February 12, 2021 at 12:14 AM

The Serious Risks of Partisan Gerrymandering

The Serious Risks of Partisan Gerrymandering There’s serious risk that partisan gerrymandering could decide who controls the next Congress and suppress the political power of communities of color for years to come. Donate [INSIDER] …

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February 10, 2021 at 12:04 AM

The Briefing: Trump’s Trial and the Fight to Vote

The Briefing: Trump's Trial and the Fight to Vote Your weekly source for analysis and insight from experts at the Brennan Center for Justice The Briefing Today, for the fourth time, the Senate began an impeachment trial of a president. Few who…

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February 5, 2021 at 4:01 PM

Senate Gridlock, FBI JTTFs, and America's Broken Legal System

Senate Gridlock, FBI JTTFs, and America's Broken Legal System RSVP for upcoming events, a discussion of the modern Senate and the crippling of democracy   The Broken Chamber: The Modern Senate and the Crippling of Democracy Date: Monda…

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February 2, 2021 at 11:45 PM

The Briefing: The Big Lie and the Push to Restrict Voting

The Briefing: The Big Lie and the Push to Restrict Voting Your weekly source for analysis and insight from experts at the Brennan Center for Justice The Briefing Trump’s Big Lie of widespread voter fraud continues to echo beyond the violent attack…

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January 29, 2021 at 4:03 PM

Fair Courts E-Lert: New Vacancies Pave the Way for Biden Judicial Appointments

Fair Courts E-Lert: New Vacancies Pave the Way for Biden Judicial Appointments This Fair Courts E-Lert highlights the retirement of several federal judges, a bomb threat called into the U.S. Supreme Court on Inauguration Day, and more. Donate …

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January 28, 2021 at 11:34 PM

Who Paid for the Insurrection?

Who Paid For the Insurrection? We took a look at the super PACs that helped incite the insurrection — and the corporations that funded them. Donate [INSIDER] Follow the Money Behind the Capitol Riot Do…

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January 26, 2021 at 11:32 PM

The Briefing: Time to Deal With the Filibuster

The Briefing: Time to Deal With the Filibuster Your weekly source for analysis and insight from experts at the Brennan Center for Justice The Briefing Overnight, Sens. Charles Schumer and Mitch McConnell agreed on a plan for how the Senate will ru…

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January 19, 2021 at 11:57 PM

The Briefing: We Can Finally Revitalize Democracy

The Briefing: We Can Finally Revitalize Democracy Your weekly source for analysis and insight from experts at the Brennan Center for Justice The Briefing Tomorrow at noon, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will take the oath at the very spot where, just…

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January 15, 2021 at 4:02 PM

Fair Courts E-Lert: Biden Administration Seeks Judicial Nominees with Professional Diversity

Fair Courts E-Lert: Biden Administration Seeks Judicial Nominees with Professional Diversity This Fair Courts E-Lert highlights President-Elect Joe Biden’s prioritization of professional diversity for judicial nominees, the potential breach of the federal judiciary’s case management/electro…

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January 14, 2021 at 10:05 PM

Voter Fraud Lies and GOP Culpability

Voter Fraud Lies and GOP Culpability Lies about voter fraud have been spread largely by members of one party for years. Now we know: these lies are deadly. Donate [INSIDER] The Assault on Democracy Didn’t …

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January 13, 2021 at 11:21 PM

Virtual events this week - Crisis: Harrowing Presidential Transitions from Lincoln to Biden & The Rise and Fall of the Death Penalty

Virtual events this week - Crisis: Harrowing Presidential Transitions from Lincoln to Biden & The Rise and Fall of the Death Penalty Friday, January 15 at 12:00 p.m. ET join us for Crisis: Harrowing Presidential Transitions   Crisis: H…

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January 12, 2021 at 11:29 PM

The Briefing: Trump’s Big Lie Led to Insurrection

The Briefing: Trump’s Big Lie Led to Insurrection Your weekly source for analysis and insight from experts at the Brennan Center for Justice The Briefing We always knew that the myth of voter fraud was dangerous. Now we know: it’s deadly. Like…

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January 9, 2021 at 1:02 PM

Upcoming Events: Presidential Power & Presidential Transition, The Rise and Fall of the Death Penalty

Upcoming Events: Presidential Power & Presidential Transition, The Rise and Fall of the Death Penalty Discussion on the roots of presidential power and 'the rise and fall of the death penalty'   Debate Defends Democracy: Presidential P…

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January 5, 2021 at 11:17 PM

The Briefing: Ted Cruz's Freudian Slip

The Briefing: Ted Cruz's Freudian Slip Your weekly source for analysis and insight from experts at the Brennan Center for Justice The Briefing History doesn’t repeat. But sometimes it rhymes. Sen. Ted Cruz and the others who aim to overturn th…

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January 2, 2021 at 4:40 PM

Thank you.

The future of American democracy.   Dear John, The history of America is of ordinary people working together to create a more perfect union. It hasn’t always been a straight or easy path, and it remains unfinished wo…

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December 31, 2020 at 10:39 PM

Just a few hours to go...

Thank you for being a part of our fight to build a fair and free democracy.   Hi John, Despite the challenges, setbacks, and unexpected turns — 2020 has been a remarkable year for our democracy. Voters across the nat…

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December 31, 2020 at 5:57 PM

A sneak peek at 2021 priorities

This will be a critical year for defending democracy.   Dear John, Democracy prevailed in 2020, but we have another fight on our hands in 2021 as our opponents attempt to overturn all the ground we gained working fo…

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December 31, 2020 at 12:30 AM

Stand Up to Dangerous Political Schemes

Stand Up to Dangerous Political Schemes Mitch McConnell is hijacking the economic relief bill to try to delegitimize the 2020 election. Donate [INSIDER] Despite the 2020 election being the most secure in …

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December 30, 2020 at 10:02 PM

Fight McConnell’s stimulus scheme

What you need to know for 2021.   Dear John, Despite 2020 being the most secure election in our nation's history, Donald Trump and his allies have continued to spread harmful disinformation. Just last night, we learn…

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December 29, 2020 at 11:07 PM

The Briefing: How We Repair Democracy

The Briefing: How We Repair Democracy Your weekly source for analysis and insight from experts at the Brennan Center for Justice The Briefing This year taught us many things about our country and the strength of its systems. Despite a pandemic…

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December 29, 2020 at 8:00 PM

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Here's what our team is focused on in 2021 → Donate $25 To Join Our Fight →   Donate $50 To Join Our Fight →   Donate $100 To Join Our Fight →   Donate $150 To Join Our Fight → *Gifts of up to $5,000 qualify for matching …

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December 28, 2020 at 6:01 PM

Update: Not everyone believes voting is a right for all

You won’t believe this.   Dear John, Earlier this month, we saw a news interview that stopped us in our tracks — speaking to Fox Business, Kentucky Senator Rand Paul said, "I'm very, very concerned that if you solic…

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December 14, 2020 at 10:01 PM

Upcoming Event, Myth of the Monolith: The Latino Vote in Texas and Beyond

Upcoming Event, Myth of the Monolith: The Latino Vote in Texas and Beyond RSVP for this December 17 virtual panelist event - discuss the myth of the “Hispanic vote”   Myth of the Monolith: The Latino Vote in Texas and Beyond Date: Thur…

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December 11, 2020 at 8:54 PM

One month after Election Day

Donald Trump’s claims of fraud are dangerous. Here’s why:   Dear John, A month has passed since voters turned out in record numbers to cast their ballots in the 2020 presidential election. And Donald Trump is still t…

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December 8, 2020 at 10:39 PM

The Briefing: Safe Harbor, Unsafe Democracy

The Briefing: Safe Harbor, Unsafe Democracy Your weekly source for analysis and insight from experts at the Brennan Center for Justice The Briefing Today is the “safe harbor” day — the deadline for states to determine who won their electoral votes…

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December 3, 2020 at 11:20 PM

How to Repair Democracy

How to Repair Democracy We need to strengthen our democracy to make sure attacks like Trump's never have a chance of succeeding. Donate [INSIDER]     President Trump may be on his way out of office…

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December 3, 2020 at 1:20 AM

FWD: Attacks won’t stop when Trump leaves office

Last chance to double your impact Last chance to double your impact   John — The strength of our democracy is on the line. That’s why we wanted to make sure you saw our extended Giving Tuesday match deadline below. We’re so close to reaching our goal! Your contribution funds v…

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December 2, 2020 at 9:08 PM

Attacks won’t stop when Trump leaves office

There’s still time to participate in our match opportunity.   Dear John, You know the Brennan Center is committed to fighting for a stronger democracy. For years, we have combated voter suppression efforts, bolstered…

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December 2, 2020 at 1:12 AM

Almost there, John!

Only a few hours left to double your impact   Dear John, Donald Trump’s legal assaults to discredit and throw out Black votes in cities across the nation were deeply troubling. It’s on us to uphold the integrity of o…

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December 1, 2020 at 10:03 PM

The Briefing: Trump’s Legacy

The Briefing: Trump’s Legacy Your weekly source for analysis and insight from experts at the Brennan Center for Justice The Briefing Donald Trump is ending his presidential term as he began it: with disdain for the institutions of American democra…

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December 1, 2020 at 7:26 PM

Double your impact for democracy.

Protect voting rights and the integrity of the election. We need your support.   Dear John, We are living through unprecedented times. A global pandemic, a president and Congressional leaders who refused to concede …

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December 1, 2020 at 1:20 PM

Trump’s not done. So we’re still fighting.

This is a frightening moment. But together, we have the power to defend and protect our country.   Dear John, Let’s start with the good news: In 2020, Americans voted at the highest rate in 120 years.  Now, the trou…

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November 24, 2020 at 10:14 PM

The Briefing: Trump’s Coup Against Black Votes

Trump’s Coup Against Black Votes Your weekly source for analysis and insight from experts at the Brennan Center for Justice The Briefing Donald Trump’s effort to undo the 2020 election is collapsing. His frenzied tweets and lawsuits have had a com…

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November 13, 2020 at 4:04 PM

Fair Courts E-Lert: “Law and Order” and “Tough-on-Crime” Themes Persist in State Supreme Court Elections

Fair Courts E-Lert: “Law and Order” and “Tough-on-Crime” Themes Persist in State Supreme Court Elections This Fair Courts E-Lert highlights the persistence of “law and order” themes in the 2020 state supreme court elections, the Michigan Supreme Court’s switch to a Democratic majority, and …

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November 12, 2020 at 11:39 PM

A Win For Democracy

A Win For Democracy Voters embodied the diverse, hopeful country we want to be, with turnout the highest it's been since 1900. Donate [INSIDER] This Election, Democracy Won In the middle of a pandemic,…

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November 5, 2020 at 12:41 AM

The Briefing: Count. Every. Vote.

Count. Every. Vote. Your weekly source for analysis and insight from experts at the Brennan Center for Justice The Briefing Special Election Edition A day after the polls closed, there are still millions of votes to be counted — and th…

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October 30, 2020 at 9:16 PM

Correction - Fair Courts E-Lert: Justice Amy Coney Barrett Sworn in as Supreme Court Justice

Fair Courts E-Lert: Justice Amy Coney Barrett Sworn in as Supreme Court Justice This E-Lert highlights Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation to the U.S. Supreme Court, presidential candidate Joe Biden’s pledge to form a bipartisan commission to study court reform if elected, and more. …

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October 30, 2020 at 3:20 PM

Fair Courts E-Lert: Justice Amy Coney Barrett Sworn in as Supreme Court Justice

Fair Courts E-Lert: Justice Amy Coney Barrett Sworn in as Supreme Court Justice This E-Lert highlights Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation to the U.S. Supreme Court, presidential candidate Joe Biden’s pledge to form a bipartisan commission to study court reform if elected, and more. …

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October 29, 2020 at 10:45 PM

It’s the Final Stretch — And We’re On the Frontlines

It’s the Final Stretch — And We’re On the Frontlines Local election officials are the unsung heroes of democracy — they're on the ground helping eligible voters. Donate [INSIDER] There’s less than one week until Elec…

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October 28, 2020 at 7:46 PM

One Week Left - Let’s Protect Democracy!

One Week Left - Let’s Protect Democracy! We’re gearing up to protect voters on Election Day, and we'll be stronger with your support. Protect Voters Now   Dear John,   There’s one week…

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October 27, 2020 at 11:50 PM

The Briefing: One Week Left — Vote Vote Vote

The Briefing: One Week Left — Vote Vote Vote Your weekly source for analysis and insight from experts at the Brennan Center for Justice The Briefing This is a truly unsettling moment for America. The coronavirus is surging around the country, and …

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October 21, 2020 at 9:50 PM

FW: Lies Won’t Stop Democracy

FW: Lies Won’t Stop Democracy Did you see my last email? Our work has never been more urgent. Can we count on your support? Dear John, I hope you caught my email last week. In these last days before November 3, we’re ramping up our work to make voting free, fair, and accessible…

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October 20, 2020 at 9:37 PM

The Briefing: The Fight for Voting Rights in the Courts

The Briefing: The Fight for Voting Rights in the Courts Your weekly source for analysis and insight from experts at the Brennan Center for Justice The Briefing Alexis de Tocqueville, visiting the young United States in 1835, memorably wrote, “Ther…

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October 19, 2020 at 7:54 PM

Alicia Garza on the Purpose of Power

Alicia Garza on the Purpose of Power Upcoming virtual events will examine race in America and the future of the Electoral College     Who Gets to Vote in America? Date: Monday, October 19, 2020 Time: 6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. EDT…

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