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January 17, 2023 at 11:00 PM

Court rejects Arizona Republican Party’s hypocrisy

The state’s popular mail-in voting law survived a legal challenge.  Daily Docket — Tuesday, Jan. 17 Here are some updates from today. Today, an Arizona appellate court rejected the Arizona Republican Party’s second attempt to end the state’s no-excuse mail-in voting policy. The unanimous decision …

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January 13, 2023 at 11:02 PM

PA court gives special elections the green light

Republicans want to meddle with Washington, D.C. voting laws.  Daily Docket — Friday, Jan. 13 Here are some updates from today. A Pennsylvania court denied state Rep. Bryan Cutler’s (R) request to block the Allegheny County Board of Elections and Pennsylvania Department of State from holding specia…

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January 13, 2023 at 1:02 PM

Democrats prioritize voting rights in new legislative sessions

Meanwhile, the GOP wants to curtail ballot measures.  01/13/2023 All eyes were on the U.S. House of Representatives last week as Republicans struggled to elect a speaker. It likely won’t be the last time we see similar dysfunction in such a closely divided legislative chamber. Even though the House …

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January 12, 2023 at 11:02 PM

The far-fetched lower court ruling that would undermine the Voting Rights Act

Read our courtroom summary.  Daily Docket — Thursday, Jan. 12 Here are some updates from today. Yesterday, the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals heard oral argument in an appeal stemming from an Arkansas redistricting lawsuit. At issue is whether private individuals and organizations can sue under…

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January 11, 2023 at 11:01 PM

Pro-voting measures in Minnesota move forward

A PA court heard oral argument in a special elections lawsuit.  Daily Docket — Wednesday, Jan. 11 Here are some updates from today. Minnesota lawmakers held a hearing on two bills included in an omnibus pro-voting reform package that would permit 16- and 17-year-olds to pre-register to vote and rest…

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January 10, 2023 at 11:04 PM

New York moves to get rid of a bad voting law

Missouri Republicans are on an anti-democratic streak.  Daily Docket — Tuesday, Jan. 10 Here are some updates from today. On Monday, the New York Senate approved a bill that would effectively rescind an archaic ban on giving food and water to voters waiting at the polls, also known as a line-warmi…

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January 9, 2023 at 11:01 PM

Ohio sued over its new voter suppression bill

Minnesota introduces a pro-voting bill and lawmakers move to end felony disenfranchisement.  Daily Docket — Friday, Jan. 6 Today, Democracy Docket published a report that summarizes and analyzes all of the democracy-related litigation filed in 2022. We highlight the trends that emerged in tracking …

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January 6, 2023 at 11:01 PM

Two years since the Jan. 6 Capitol attack

A voting rights win in South Carolina.  Daily Docket — Friday, Jan. 6 Two years ago on Jan. 6, 2021, American democracy was violently assaulted. Our democracy is sacred, but fragile. We must continue the hard work to strengthen voting rights, hold our leaders accountable and elect candidates who be…

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January 6, 2023 at 1:01 PM

Two years after the Jan. 6 attack on our democracy

We preview what to expect in the courts in 2023.  01/06/2023 Happy New Year! We closed out 2022 with contentious (and sometimes bizarre) courtroom activity in Arizona before judges shut down the election contests brought by defeated far-right candidates, one after another. And after a year of dishea…

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January 5, 2023 at 11:01 PM

READ: Newly sworn in Sen. John Fetterman on his win

Oddities at the start of Massachusetts’ new legislative session.  Daily Docket — Thursday, Jan. 5 "At the end of the day, I just tried to be the kind of guy that I would want to vote for," Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) writes today in an op-ed for Democracy Docket. Read here. Here are some updates f…

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January 4, 2023 at 11:01 PM

Election denier drama in the U.S. House

Abe Hamadeh wants a new trial in Arizona.  Daily Docket — Wednesday, Jan. 4 Here are some updates from today. The U.S. House of Representatives is still struggling to elect a speaker. Today, the Republican rebels rallied behind Rep.-elect Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) — a Florida representative who voted …

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January 3, 2023 at 11:01 PM

Welcome back to Daily Docket!

Biden signs a new federal law and we give Arizona election contest updates.  Daily Docket — Tuesday, Jan. 3 Welcome back! Team Democracy Docket wishes you a happy and healthy 2023. As we enter a new year, we are bringing back Daily Docket, our brief summary of the most important election and voting…

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December 23, 2022 at 1:01 PM

A brief goodbye to 2022

We made it to the end of 2022! It’s been a whirlwind year for voting rights and redistricting litigation.   12/23/2022  We made it to the end of 2022! It’s been a whirlwind year for voting rights and redistricting litigation. And, let’s not forget the midterm elections were already over six weeks ag…

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December 16, 2022 at 1:01 PM

Arizona Republicans’ last-ditch legal efforts

Ohio Legislature passes new voting restrictions.  12/16/2022 Welcome to our final newsletter of 2022! Thanks so much for sticking with us through this rollercoaster of a year. After a busy election season, Democracy Docket is taking the week off between Christmas and New Year’s Day. We’ll be back in…

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December 9, 2022 at 1:02 PM

SCOTUS heard the “independent state legislature” case this week

‘Tis the season for U.S. Supreme Court arguments  12/09/2022 Happy December! This week, we’re celebrating the re-election of Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) and reviewing a crucial U.S. Supreme Court case. And, as always, we’re checking in with the ongoing shenanigans in Arizona.  Democracy Docket’s go…

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December 7, 2022 at 9:14 PM

A recap and Marc’s thoughts on today’s U.S. Supreme Court argument

The nine justices heard the potentially catastrophic case.   Today, the U.S. Supreme Court held oral argument in Moore v. Harper, a landmark case out of North Carolina that gives the Court the opportunity to review the fringe independent state legislature (ISL) theory. Since the U.S. Constitution’…

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December 6, 2022 at 1:03 PM

Where things stand a month after Election Day

Recounts, certification and election contests  Tuesday, Dec. 6 Happy Georgia runoff Tuesday! Today, we’re rooting for Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) in his re-election to the U.S. Senate to build upon the Democrats’ majority in the upper chamber and ensure the Peach State is represented by a pro-vot…

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December 2, 2022 at 1:02 PM

The consequential elections case before the U.S. Supreme Court next week

Counties finally certify after lawsuits ensured compliance.  12/02/2022 Reports of the death of the “Big Lie” seem premature. After most, but not all, statewide candidates who denied the outcome of the 2020 election were defeated in 2022, many people celebrated that election denialism was on the w…

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November 30, 2022 at 1:01 PM

Next week: The U.S. Supreme Court will hear Moore v. Harper

The fringe ISL theory could upturn almost every aspect of federal elections.   On Wednesday, Dec. 7 at 10 a.m. EST, the U.S. Supreme Court will hold oral argument in Moore v. Harper, a landmark case out of North Carolina that gives the Court the opportunity to review the fringe independent state l…

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November 29, 2022 at 1:07 PM

My Latest: What Georgia teaches us about voter suppression

Not every act of voter suppression comes from a new law.   This past Saturday, Georgia election officials, with the support of Republicans, tried to prevent over 70,000 people from voting. But unlike when former President Donald Trump asked Georgia’s secretary of state to “find” 11,780 votes or wh…

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November 25, 2022 at 2:01 PM

Holiday cheer because Black Friday is here

Beat the holiday rush and shop the Democracy Docket store now!   The weather outside is getting frightful, which is why it’s so delightful that Democracy Docket’s Black Friday sale starts today! Between now and Monday, use the code DD15 to get 15% off on our latest voting rights sweatshirts, socks…

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November 23, 2022 at 1:04 PM

The voting rights victories we are grateful for this Thanksgiving

We made it through the 2022 midterm elections.  11/23/2022  Surprise! The Brief is in your inbox a few days early this month. We wanted to make sure you had plenty of time to review the latest voting rights, redistricting and democracy developments from November before December kicks off with even …

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November 22, 2022 at 1:01 PM

My Latest: In Arizona, election deniers suddenly decry voter suppression

She’s using the problems in our voting system to undermine the 2022 election.   Before her loss in this year’s gubernatorial election, Kari Lake spent her time spreading lies about elections, bringing litigation to undermine voting rights and encouraging states to restrict access to voting. But no…

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November 18, 2022 at 1:00 PM

Republicans reckon with party’s voter suppression efforts

Early voting in Georgia runoff spurs lawsuit.  11/18/2022 Democracy Docket’s goal is to keep you informed on the latest voting rights, elections and democracy news and litigation across platforms. We’ll continue to be on Twitter, but you can also get the same information and posts from us on Facebo…

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November 16, 2022 at 1:02 PM

Election deniers lost, but will the GOP change?

My initial thoughts on why so many election deniers lost.   This year’s election saw a wave of candidates that echoed former president Trump’s false claim about stolen elections. As Election Day approached, many of us who care about democracy and its norms worried how these candidates would perfor…

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November 12, 2022 at 12:30 AM

Still waiting for results

Find out how to cure your ballot to ensure it’s counted.  Daily Docket — Friday, Nov. 11 Like yesterday, we’re waiting for more results to come in. Voters in many states can still fix minor errors on their mail-in ballots so they can be counted. This is called the cure process; you can learn more …

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November 11, 2022 at 1:01 PM

What we’re watching after Election Day

All eyes on Arizona and Nevada.  11/11/2022 We made it through Election Day. As anticipated, there were some Election Day glitches, but no widespread problems. So far, many election deniers lost in swing states and Americans repeatedly chose reproductive rights and voting rights via ballot measures…

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November 11, 2022 at 1:01 AM

More updates from Clark County, Nevada

Arizona county wants to hand count, defying court order.  Daily Docket — Thursday, Nov. 10 While we wait for more results to come in, voters in many states can still fix minor errors on their mail-in ballots so they can be counted. This is called the cure process; you can learn more about it by c…

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November 10, 2022 at 12:31 AM

Election deniers lose key races in competitive states

Votes are still being counted across the country.  Daily Docket — Wednesday, Nov. 9 Happy day after the election! As we await final results in a few key states, we can celebrate the wins for Democrats and democracy. As of today, we’ve tracked 189 lawsuits filed in 2022 across 35 states. 106 of th…

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November 8, 2022 at 11:15 PM

Polling places extend closing times in states across the country

What to expect when the election doesn’t end on Election Day.  Daily Docket — Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 8 As of today, we’ve tracked 185 lawsuits filed in 2022 across 35 states. 108 of these lawsuits are currently active and ongoing. Now that we’re heading into the post-election period, we will…

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November 8, 2022 at 12:40 AM

Eight courtroom victories ahead of Election Day

Several wins in Pennsylvania and plenty of action in other states.  Daily Docket — Monday, Nov. 7 As of today, we’ve tracked 178 lawsuits filed in 2022 across 35 states. 108 of these lawsuits are currently active and ongoing. Of the lawsuits, 2 are likely to have important rulings by the end of El…

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November 5, 2022 at 12:02 PM

Don’t miss my two latest pieces

It’s the small cases that will decide our future.   Thursday was a big day for democracy — but you may not have heard why. Four courts in four different states weighed in on cases that strengthened voting rights and free and fair elections. Read my latest piece now None of these cases generated …

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November 5, 2022 at 1:04 AM

Pennsylvania’s undated ballot issue heads to federal court

The latest lawsuit in a never-ending saga of undated mail-in ballots.  Daily Docket — Friday, Nov. 4 As of today, we’ve tracked 172 lawsuits filed in 2022 across 35 states. 106 of these lawsuits are currently active and ongoing. Of the lawsuits, six are likely to have important rulings before Elec…

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November 4, 2022 at 12:03 PM

Major decisions in Arizona, New York and Pennsylvania ahead of Election Day

We expect updates in these three cases before next Tuesday.  11/04/2022 Thanks for sticking with us throughout this busy fall. Election Day is just around the corner — this coming Tuesday, Nov. 8 — but court activity will likely only ramp up from there. With election deniers running on the GOP tick…

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November 3, 2022 at 11:30 PM

Surge of court rulings in advance of Election Day

Three more lawsuits should have major updates before next Tuesday.  Daily Docket — Thursday, Nov. 3 As of today, we’ve tracked 170 lawsuits filed in 2022 across 35 states. 102 of these lawsuits are currently active and ongoing. Of the lawsuits, three are likely to have important rulings before Ele…

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November 3, 2022 at 12:36 PM

Catch up on all of our candidate Q&As

Plus, read our final Q&A of the year with Cheri Beasley.   In Democracy Docket’s first-ever candidate Q&A series, we spoke with dozens of candidates running for federal and statewide office all across the country. Featuring candidates vying for competitive U.S. Senate seats like Sen. Cathe…

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November 2, 2022 at 10:57 PM

Judge limits drop box monitoring activities of Arizona vigilante group

Here’s what the order prohibits.  Daily Docket — Wednesday, Nov. 2 As of today, we've tracked 169 lawsuits filed in 2022 across 35 states. 102 of these lawsuits are currently active and ongoing. Of the lawsuits, seven are likely to have important rulings before Election Day.Here are some updates f…

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November 1, 2022 at 11:55 PM

PA Supreme Court blocks counting of undated mail-in ballots for this year’s elections

New York court rejects two Republican lawsuits.  Daily Docket — Tuesday, Nov. 1 As of today, we've tracked 167 lawsuits filed in 2022 across 34 states. 101 of these lawsuits are currently active and ongoing. Of the active lawsuits, 42 seek to restrict access to voting. Here are some updates from …

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October 31, 2022 at 11:33 PM

Daily Docket — Monday, Oct. 31

Arizona attorney general okays hand count audits.  Daily Docket — Monday, Oct. 31 🎃 As of today, Democracy Docket tracked 160 lawsuits filed in 2022 across 34 states. 97 of these lawsuits are currently active and ongoing. Of the active lawsuits, 40 seek to restrict access to voting.  Election Day …

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October 31, 2022 at 12:02 PM

Boo! October Was Full of Voting Rights Litigation Tricks and Treats

October brought a whirlwind of courtroom activity, and with the midterms just eight days away litigation is going to continue heating up.  10/31/2022  The midterm elections are right around the corner! With The Brief — our monthly newsletter that delivers an exclusive, in-depth review and analysis …

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October 29, 2022 at 12:37 AM

Daily Docket — Friday, Oct. 28

Judge allows Arizona vigilantes to continue monitoring drop boxes.   2022 Daily Docket — Friday, Oct. 28As of today, Democracy Docket tracked 157 lawsuits filed in 2022 across 34 states. 96 of these lawsuits are currently active and ongoing. Of the active lawsuits, 38 seek to restrict access to vot…

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October 28, 2022 at 12:01 PM

Vigilantes and voter intimidation at Arizona drop boxes

Conspiracies could lead to chaos as rural counties turn to hand counts.  10/28/2022 Are you enjoying our coverage of voting, democracy and the courts? Forward our weekly newsletter to a friend, family member or colleague to help everyone stay engaged. If you received this email from someone else, y…

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October 27, 2022 at 11:30 PM

Daily Docket — Thursday, Oct. 27

Democrats sue noncompliant New York board.   2022 Daily Docket — Thursday, Oct. 27As of today, Democracy Docket tracked 156 lawsuits filed in 2022 across 34 states. 96 of these lawsuits are currently active and ongoing. Of the active lawsuits, 38 seek to restrict access to voting.Here are some upda…

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October 26, 2022 at 11:38 PM

Daily Docket — Tuesday, Oct. 26

Another action-packed day in Arizona.   2022 Daily Docket — Wednesday, Oct. 26As of today, Democracy Docket tracked 155 lawsuits filed in 2022 across 34 states. 95 of these lawsuits are currently active and ongoing. Of the active lawsuits, 38 seek to restrict access to voting.Here are some updates …

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October 25, 2022 at 11:35 PM

Daily Docket — Tuesday, Oct. 25

Another action-packed day in Arizona.   2022 Daily Docket — Tuesday, Oct. 25Here are some updates from today. As of today, Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs (D) has referred a total of six voter intimidation cases — all involving vigilante drop box watchers — to the Arizona attorney general a…

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October 25, 2022 at 12:19 AM

Daily Docket — Monday, Oct. 24

Right-wing vigilantes in Arizona sued for voter intimidation.   2022 Daily Docket — Monday, Oct. 24Here are some updates from today. Following multiple instances of voter intimidation at drop boxes in Arizona, the Arizona Alliance for Retired Americans and Voto Latino filed a lawsuit against the r…

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October 21, 2022 at 11:34 PM

Daily Docket — Friday, Oct. 21

Pennsylvania Supreme Court delivers win for voters.   2022 Daily Docket — Friday, Oct. 21Here are some updates from today. In a win for voters, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued a decision allowing counties to continue to implement cure procedures, rejecting a GOP lawsuit trying to prohibit th…

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October 21, 2022 at 12:00 PM

Moore v. Harper oral argument scheduled as briefs roll in

Pennsylvania lawsuits over undated mail-in ballots continue.  10/21/2022 Forward our weekly newsletter to a friend, family member or colleague to help everyone stay engaged. If you received this email from someone else, you can subscribe here.  Want to flaunt your love for democracy and voting duri…

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October 20, 2022 at 11:31 PM

Daily Docket — Thursday, Oct. 20

Reports of voter intimidation around drop box use in Arizona.   2022 Daily Docket — Thursday, Oct. 20Here are some updates from today. As early voting is underway in Arizona, the secretary of state’s office has referred a report of voter intimidation to the Arizona attorney general and U.S. Depart…

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October 20, 2022 at 12:48 AM

Daily Docket — Wednesday, Oct. 19

Democrats intervene in Republican attack on mail-in voting in Pennsylvania.   2022 Daily Docket — Wednesday, Oct. 19Here are some updates from today. The parties in Moore v. Harper — the case out of North Carolina attempting to advance the fringe independent state legislature theory — have filed b…

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