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October 21, 2024 at 12:01 PM

Live tonight! Secretaries of state join Marc and Norman Eisen

Live tonight! Secretaries of state join Marc and Norman Eisen Our live virtual panel begins at 7 p.m. ET on Zoom, so don't forget to sign up. Have questions about how states are preparing for the election? Wondering what happens when counties refuse to certify? Hear from the secretaries …
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
October 20, 2024 at 11:00 AM

The state of democracy is in the voters’ hands

The state of democracy is in the voters’ hands Become a member to receive this newsletter every month. Preview of my members-only newsletterVoting is simultaneously the most solitary act of civic participation and the most communal. Casting a ballot is both a solemn mark of citizenship a…
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
October 19, 2024 at 11:00 AM

A winning week in court

A winning week in court The most important pro-voting victories you probably missed. Preview of my weekend reading list Democracy had a good week in court. Put another way, the GOP had a terrible week. Most notably, in several separate cases Georgia judges rejected the election subversio…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 18, 2024 at 10:02 PM

RNC appeals decision blocking Georgia election board rules

RNC appeals decision blocking Georgia election board rules The Arkansas Supreme Court delivers a win for West Memphis voters. Friday, October 18Join us for a live panel discussion on Oct. 21 at 8 p.m. ET with Secretaries of State Adrian Fontes, Maggie Toulouse Oliver, Steve Hobbs and Jen…
  On The Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 18, 2024 at 11:02 AM

Georgia judge blocks controversial election rules

Georgia judge blocks controversial election rules Right-wing voter roll challenge fails. Friday, October 18With the election less than three weeks away, democracy is on the docket and we are the only source that exposes what's going on in the courts and its impact on your right to vote. …
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 17, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Georgia judge blocks seven State Election Board rules

Georgia judge blocks seven State Election Board rules Republican state officials keep pushing the noncitizen voting narrative. Thursday, October 17We want to be your top resource for all detailed analysis on voting rights and election litigation this election season. This week Marc will…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 16, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Georgia counties won’t have to hand count ballots

Georgia counties won’t have to hand count ballots Nebraskans with past felony convictions can vote, a court rules. Wednesday, October 16As the 2024 election rapidly approaches, democracy is on the docket. We have a database of nearly 900 lawsuits and track every movement in the courts, …
  Eye On The Right, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 16, 2024 at 11:01 AM

The GOP’s hurricane response is hurting voters

The GOP’s hurricane response is hurting voters Meet the right-wing lawyer leading Trump’s election integrity team in Arizona. Wednesday, October 16After a pair of devastating hurricanes caused unfathomable damage to states like Florida, Georgia and North Carolina, some Republicans are, o…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 15, 2024 at 10:02 PM

Georgia officials must certify elections, judge rules

Georgia officials must certify elections, judge rules The Arizona Supreme Court orders judges to prioritize post-election cases. Tuesday, October 15STARTING SOON: Join us tonight at 7 p.m. ET for a live virtual podcast recording with Marc Elias and Al Franken on the state of politics l…
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
October 15, 2024 at 11:00 AM

Introducing my election tip sheet

Introducing my election tip sheet The three cases to watch, two victories to savor and a bonus pick. You may have noticed by now that I love explaining things using numbers. In 2020, Democracy Docket made its name by tracking the number of lawsuits being filed. After the election, it pub…
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October 14, 2024 at 10:05 PM

Federal judge delivers victory for Arizona voters

Federal judge delivers victory for Arizona voters Georgia’s election board is facing a barrage of lawsuits. Monday, October 14Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. ET for an engaging, live conversation as Marc sits down with renowned comedian and former U.S. Senator Al Franken —…
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October 13, 2024 at 12:03 PM

Al Franken joins Marc live on Tuesday!

Al Franken joins Marc live on Tuesday! Don’t forget to register, the link is inside. Tuesday, Oct. 15 | 7:00 p.m. ET🔴 LIVE Podcast: Jokes and Votes with Marc Elias and Al FrankenJoin us on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. ET for an exclusive live podcast recording with Marc and special guest A…
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
October 12, 2024 at 11:00 AM

The dogs that did not bark: my weekend reading list

The dogs that did not bark: my weekend reading list Here are the five stories you probably overlooked last week. Preview of my weekend reading list In The Adventure of Silver Blaze, Sherlock Holmes solves the mystery surrounding the disappearance of a racehorse by noting that the watchdo…
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October 11, 2024 at 10:05 PM

Alabama voter suppression law blocked for election

Alabama voter suppression law blocked for election A Georgia county appeals a voting machines case. Friday, October 11Alabama voter suppression law will be blocked for electionIn a win for voters, the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that an Alabama law severely limiting who can …
  On The Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 11, 2024 at 11:01 AM

Hurricanes impact voting in the South

Hurricanes impact voting in the South SCOTUS won’t hear fringe legal theory. Friday, October 11Hurricanes Helene and Milton are impacting election planning in the South. The nation’s highest court hands another rejection to a fringe right-wing legal theory that took off after 2020. In …
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October 10, 2024 at 10:02 PM

Judges won’t extend voter registration in Florida and Georgia

Judges won’t extend voter registration in Florida and Georgia Congressional Democrats call for immediate federal aid to protect elections after hurricanes. Thursday, October 10Hurricanes continue to create barriers to votingA federal judge denied a request to reopen voter registration in…
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October 10, 2024 at 1:10 PM

You're invited! Our pre-election live event series is here

You're invited! Our pre-election live event series is here Two exciting virtual live panels are coming up this month. With less than a month until Election Day, we are hosting a series of live virtual events featuring pro-democracy elected officials, activists and organization leaders le…
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October 9, 2024 at 10:03 PM

Groups sue to reopen Florida’s voter registration

Groups sue to reopen Florida’s voter registration West Virginia Republicans are already questioning the legitimacy of the 2024 election. Wednesday, October 9 With democracy at stake this election, it's more important than ever to vote. Help spread the message by shopping our union-made m…
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October 8, 2024 at 10:02 PM

Groups ask Georgia to extend voter registration after hurricane

Groups ask Georgia to extend voter registration after hurricane A lawsuit was filed against Virginia’s governor over a voter purge program. Tuesday, October 8 STARTING SOON: Join us tonight at 7 p.m. ET for a live virtual discussion with Marc Elias, Laurence Tribe, Joyce Vance and Maya W…
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October 7, 2024 at 10:01 PM

SCOTUS won’t hear case on state power in federal elections

SCOTUS won’t hear case on state power in federal elections Hurricanes Helene and Milton will impact voting in the 2024 election. Monday, October 7 Stay warm and cozy this election season with our new Cozy Voter Bundle! Don’t miss out on this deal — gear up and make your vote count in sty…
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October 7, 2024 at 12:00 PM

Tomorrow: Marc and legal experts to discuss legal battles shaping the election

Tomorrow: Marc and legal experts to discuss legal battles shaping the election You won't want to miss out on exclusive insights and analysis. We’re just one day away from our exciting live panel event! This is your chance to hear from Marc and other renowned legal experts about the criti…
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
October 5, 2024 at 11:01 AM

3 of the biggest stories of the week

3 of the biggest stories of the week Inside: my weekend reading list and premium scorecard. Preview of my weekend reading list The biggest news of the week was delivered in the 88th minute of a debate and on page 156 of a legal brief. During Tuesday night's debate JD Vance was smooth as …
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 4, 2024 at 10:02 PM

South Carolina’s voter registration extended after hurricane

South Carolina’s voter registration extended after hurricane For the first time in decades, Purdue won’t have an Election Day polling place on campus. Friday, October 4 We track over 800 lawsuits related to voting rights and elections in the courts  — so you don’t have to. With the 2024 …
  On The Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 4, 2024 at 11:01 AM

The Supreme Court's Next Attack

The Supreme Court's Next Attack Democrats sue Georgia election board again. Friday, October 4Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance is asked about whether former President Donald Trump won the 2020 election — and predictably dodges the question. California bans local governments…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 3, 2024 at 10:09 PM

RNC challenges North Carolina laws allowing for overseas voting

RNC challenges North Carolina laws allowing for overseas voting Two counties in Georgia sue the State Election Board over new rules. Thursday, October 3 Join us for a free live panel on Zoom with legal experts Laurence Tribe, Joyce Vance, and Maya Wiley on Oct. 8 at 7 p.m. ET — where the…
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
October 3, 2024 at 4:05 PM

Democracy Docket depends on you

Democracy Docket depends on you Help keep our website free for all — unlock exclusive content. UPGRADE When I came up with the idea of Democracy Docket in 2019, I never dreamed it would turn into the force it is today. What began as a quarterly newsletter to a few hundred friends and co…
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October 2, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Will Hurricane Helene disrupt elections in North Carolina?

Will Hurricane Helene disrupt elections in North Carolina? The Arizona secretary of state sues a county for not enforcing election rules. Wednesday, October 2 Today is the last day you can grab our best-selling, union-made Gavel Sweatshirt at a discounted price!Don’t miss out on this dea…
  Eye On The Right, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 2, 2024 at 11:01 AM

A look at the Arizona GOP’s astounding hypocrisy

A look at the Arizona GOP’s astounding hypocrisy These candidates are running against election deniers in their community. Wednesday, October 2There’s a saying: “When the going gets tough, the tough get going.” I can’t think of a situation where that phrase is more appropriate than in th…
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October 1, 2024 at 10:05 PM

Indigenous voters sue Montana officials over polling locations

Indigenous voters sue Montana officials over polling locations The trial begins today in a Georgia State Election Board case. Tuesday, October 1 On Oct. 8 at 7 p.m. ET Marc is hosting a live panel on Zoom with renowned legal experts Laurence Tribe, Joyce Vance and Maya Wiley to unpack th…
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
October 1, 2024 at 11:00 AM

My litigation update: 34 election lawsuits in 30 days

My litigation update: 34 election lawsuits in 30 days A historic surge puts courts front and center. Preview of my monthly Litigation Look Ahead newsletterSeptember was the busiest month for new pre-election voting litigation in recent history and probably ever. In all, 34 new lawsuits w…
  Democracy Docket · [email protected]
September 30, 2024 at 11:30 PM

You're invited! Marc and legal experts on the court battles shaping the election

You're invited! Marc and legal experts on the court battles shaping the election Join Marc, Joyce Vance and Maya Wiley on Oct. 8! Nov. 5 will be here before you know it and the rules around voting are being decided right now. Over 200 voting and election lawsuits have been filed so far t…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
September 30, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Democrats sue over Georgia’s ballot hand counting rule

Democrats sue over Georgia’s ballot hand counting rule California’s governor bans voter ID requirements in the state. Monday, September 30 For a limited time, you can grab four of our best-selling items in one mega bundle — all at a special discounted price.Show your support and make a s…
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
September 28, 2024 at 11:00 AM

Five headlines you probably didn’t catch

Five headlines you probably didn’t catch Upgrade today and always get my premium scorecard sent to your inbox. Preview of my members-only emailsThe news came big and fast this week. New York’s mayor faced a blockbuster indictment, while North Carolina Republicans are in disarray. Congres…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
September 27, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Groups appeal Pennsylvania voting case to SCOTUS

Groups appeal Pennsylvania voting case to SCOTUS Ohio Democrats sue the secretary of state over ballot drop box restrictions. Friday, September 27 Earlier today, members got the Pennsylvania breaking news sent straight to their inbox. To never miss a litigation update that could impact …
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September 27, 2024 at 7:36 PM

BREAKING: Pennsylvania groups ask SCOTUS to decide undated mail-in ballots case

BREAKING: Pennsylvania groups ask SCOTUS to decide undated mail-in ballots case Become a member to always get breaking news updates delivered to your inbox. This is a breaking news update on a major election litigation development — and a free sample of what’s included in our premium con…
  On The Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
September 27, 2024 at 11:01 AM

Georgia’s election rule controversy escalates

Georgia’s election rule controversy escalates Giuliani is disbarred in DC and NY. Friday, September 27The controversy in Georgia over recent rules passed by MAGA Republican members of the state election board continues with a Democrat-led complaint against Gov. Brian Kemp (R). Pennsylvan…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
September 26, 2024 at 11:39 PM

Correction: Utah Supreme Court voids anti-democratic amendment

Correction: Utah Supreme Court voids anti-democratic amendment North Carolina removes over 700,000 ineligible voters from its rolls. Thursday, September 26 Due to a technical error with our email system, we sent out a previous version of this newsletter that was missing news stories. We …
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
September 26, 2024 at 10:07 PM

Utah Supreme Court voids anti-democratic amendment

Utah Supreme Court voids anti-democratic amendment North Carolina removes over 700,000 ineligible voters from its rolls. Thursday, September 26 Tomorrow morning Marc will recap the most important news you may have missed in his exclusive weekend reading list. Plus, we are announcing an …
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
September 25, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Pro-voting groups file petition in Pennsylvania Supreme Court

Pro-voting groups file petition in Pennsylvania Supreme Court Arkansas voters sue a county board for refusing to hold early voting. Wednesday, September 25 Curious about our premium membership? We're offering a two-week free trial so you can discover the benefits of our paid content wit…
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September 24, 2024 at 10:05 PM

GOP fails to hand Trump extra electoral vote

GOP fails to hand Trump extra electoral vote Courts deliver victories for Alabama and Pennsylvania voters today. Tuesday, September 24 Flash sale alert! Haven’t purchased your election merch yet? For a limited time, enjoy 15% off and gear up for wherever voting takes you. Stay hydrated a…
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September 23, 2024 at 10:01 PM

AZ Supreme Court won't disenfranchise 97K voters

AZ Supreme Court won't disenfranchise 97K voters Voter challenges are no longer allowed in Georgia until after the election. Monday, September 23 Over the weekend, members received Marc's weekend reading list and his monthly State of Democracy premium newsletter.Upgrade to a premium sub…
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
September 22, 2024 at 11:00 AM

The state of our democracy has revealed itself

The state of our democracy has revealed itself Become a member to get this newsletter every month. Preview of my members-only newsletterRepublicans have peddled so many lies about voting and elections that it is sometimes hard to keep track of them all. There are the big lies, like that …
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
September 21, 2024 at 1:00 PM

5 stories you probably missed  

5 stories you probably missed   Upgrade today and always get my premium scorecard sent to your inbox. Preview of my members-only emailsLast March, when Democracy Docket launched its membership program, I promised that each week I would highlight the most important voting and election sto…
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September 20, 2024 at 10:11 PM

Georgia poll workers must hand count ballots

Georgia poll workers must hand count ballots The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals reinstated an Arizona voter suppression law. Friday, September 20 Get ready for exclusive insights! In the lead-up to the election, Marc will unveil key voting stories you might have missed. Don’t miss hi…
  On The Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
September 20, 2024 at 11:01 AM

Ohio high court greenlights ballot measure

Ohio high court greenlights ballot measure Republicans risk government shutdown over SAVE Act. Friday, September 20With two months until the 2024 race, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s fight to remove his name from ballots continues in Michigan and Wisconsin, while North Carolina election officia…
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September 19, 2024 at 10:03 PM

Court allows UNC digital IDs for 2024 election

Court allows UNC digital IDs for 2024 election The Pennsylvania undated and misdated mail-in ballot case has been dismissed. Thursday, September 19 Recently purchased our merch? We’d love to see how you’re rocking it!Reply to this email with your pictures or selfies, and you could be hig…
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
September 18, 2024 at 11:31 PM

Will ballots go out on time?

Will ballots go out on time? My thoughts on the ballot printing delays in states across the country. Preview of my members-only newslettersIn recent days, I have been inundated with questions about mail-in ballots. Specifically, there is a high level of concern and confusion about whethe…
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September 18, 2024 at 10:05 PM

New RNC lawsuit in Pennsylvania over mail-in ballots

New RNC lawsuit in Pennsylvania over mail-in ballots County officials sue Texas AG for trying to block voter registration efforts. Wednesday, September 18 We've received dozens of messages from readers about third-party ballot access lawsuits (yes, we mean RFK Jr.) that could cause stat…
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September 17, 2024 at 10:05 PM

Ohio Supreme Court undermines anti-gerrymandering initiative

Ohio Supreme Court undermines anti-gerrymandering initiative A youth voting group sues to block New Hampshire’s proof of citizenship law. Tuesday, September 17 Did you know that members always receive discounts on all of our merch? Consider upgrading for $120/year and you’ll get a membe…
  Eye On The Right, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
September 17, 2024 at 11:01 AM

There are at least 230 election deniers on the ballot in November

There are at least 230 election deniers on the ballot in November Behind our latest investigation on the election denial movement. Tuesday, September 17My latest investigation, a collaboration with Public Wise, dropped last week and it’s easily one of the most ambitious projects I’ve don…