The Legacy of the Civil Rights Movement and the Continued Fight for Rights Past EventApr 22, 2024 The Legacy of the Civil Rights Movement and the Continued Fight for Rights A conversation with Sen. Doug Jones and civil rights attorney Fred Gray Apr 22, 2024
The Protection of Voting Rights Requires State Action ReportMar 25, 2024 The Protection of Voting Rights Requires State Action As legislation on voting rights awaits action in Congress—and states continue to pass restrictive, discriminatory voting policies and the courts strip federal voter protections—states must step up and protect the right to vote. Mar 25, 2024 Rebecca Mears
What To Read Before the 2024 State of the Union ArticleMar 4, 2024 What To Read Before the 2024 State of the Union Democracy, the economy, and our freedoms: These are the topics expected to be spotlighted by President Joe Biden during his third State of the Union address. Mar 4, 2024 Caroline Alt, Ming Gault, Sabrina Savoie
Opinion: Make all votes count under national popular vote bill In the NewsFeb 11, 2024 Opinion: Make all votes count under national popular vote bill In an op-ed for The Detroit News, Patrick Gaspard and co-author Stephen Silberstein urge Michigan policymakers to pass the National Popular Vote bill. Feb 11, 2024 The Detroit News Patrick Gaspard, Stephen Silberstein
8 Ways To Protect American Democracy ReportJan 4, 2024 8 Ways To Protect American Democracy To safeguard American democracy, it is important to both protect elections in 2024 and address systemic issues to protect those in the future. Jan 4, 2024 Rebecca Mears, Greta Bedekovics
Threats From Political Minority Rule in Wisconsin and North Carolina ReportDec 7, 2023 Threats From Political Minority Rule in Wisconsin and North Carolina Partisan legislators in Wisconsin and North Carolina are aggressively erecting anti-democracy barriers to lock out a growing political majority and hinder America’s progress. Dec 7, 2023 Michael Sozan
Is Alaska the Secret to Saving American Democracy? Past EventNov 19, 2023 Is Alaska the Secret to Saving American Democracy? How Electoral System Reform Can Reduce Polarization, Increase Voters’ Choices, and Incentivize Bipartisan Policymaking Nov 19, 2023 State Sen. Cathy Giessel, State Rep. Calvin Schrage, State Rep. Genevieve Mina, 1 More Rebecca Mears
2023 CAP IDEAS Conference Past EventOct 25, 2023 2023 CAP IDEAS Conference Join the Center for American Progress as we celebrate 20 years of innovative policy solutions and look boldly forward to a progressive future. Oct 25, 2023
9 Ways the Freedom to Vote Act Would Strengthen Democracy ArticleAug 16, 2023 9 Ways the Freedom to Vote Act Would Strengthen Democracy This transformative federal legislation would bolster democracy by expanding the right to vote, combating corruption, and reducing dangerous political extremism. Aug 16, 2023 Michael Sozan, Greta Bedekovics
Supreme Court’s Decision in Moore v. Harper Is a Win for Democracy, But Some Questions Remain Unanswered ArticleJul 24, 2023 Supreme Court’s Decision in Moore v. Harper Is a Win for Democracy, But Some Questions Remain Unanswered The U.S. Supreme Court rejected a maximalist interpretation of the independent state legislature theory while leaving the door open for future litigation. Jul 24, 2023 Michael Sozan
5 Ways the Supreme Court Could Roll Back Rights and Damage Democracy ArticleMay 31, 2023 5 Ways the Supreme Court Could Roll Back Rights and Damage Democracy The Supreme Court’s right-wing majority could deal a major setback to affirmative action, voting rights, LGBTQ rights, and fair elections as it wraps up the latest term. May 31, 2023 Sam Hananel
Prominent Conservatives Warn About Dangerous Potential Repercussions of Moore v. Harper ArticleMar 15, 2023 Prominent Conservatives Warn About Dangerous Potential Repercussions of Moore v. Harper Conservative experts are sending sharp warnings that the meritless independent state legislature theory could undermine democracy and should be rejected by the U.S. Supreme Court and other courts. Mar 15, 2023 Michael Sozan
It’s Time To Talk About Electoral Reform ReportJan 31, 2023 It’s Time To Talk About Electoral Reform To fix the dysfunction in American politics, reformers should consider fundamental changes to the electoral rules. Jan 31, 2023 Alex Tausanovitch
Supreme Court Oral Arguments in Moore v. Harper Discredit Election Theory That Could Undermine Democracy ArticleDec 7, 2022 Supreme Court Oral Arguments in Moore v. Harper Discredit Election Theory That Could Undermine Democracy Litigants’ oral arguments, along with questions from Supreme Court justices, revealed that the independent state legislature theory is meritless and should be rejected. Dec 7, 2022 Michael Sozan
Supreme Court Decision in Moore v. Harper Could Harm Free and Fair Elections VideoDec 6, 2022 Supreme Court Decision in Moore v. Harper Could Harm Free and Fair Elections This video explainer details the facts behind the Moore v. Harper case, its underlying arguments, and the harmful consequences for democracy if the Supreme Court's conservative majority overlooks history and precedent. Dec 6, 2022 Michael Sozan, Ala Al Sadi, Hai-Lam Phan, 1 More Toni Pandolfo
9 Ways the Supreme Court’s Decision in Moore v. Harper Could Harm Democracy ArticleDec 1, 2022 9 Ways the Supreme Court’s Decision in Moore v. Harper Could Harm Democracy If the Supreme Court’s extreme conservative majority adopts the discredited independent state legislature theory, it could pose a huge setback for free and fair elections. Dec 1, 2022 Michael Sozan, Genna Cifelli
Election Deniers Lost Key Races for Federal and State Offices in the 2022 Midterm Elections ArticleNov 22, 2022 Election Deniers Lost Key Races for Federal and State Offices in the 2022 Midterm Elections Candidates who questioned or denied the outcome of the 2020 presidential election lost key races in the midterms as voters across the country elected pro-democracy candidates. Nov 22, 2022 Greta Bedekovics, Ashleigh Maciolek
Elections Must Be Secure and Accessible for All in the Wake of Natural Disasters and Events ArticleNov 4, 2022 Elections Must Be Secure and Accessible for All in the Wake of Natural Disasters and Events Hurricane Ian was just the latest in a series of natural disasters and events that have disrupted elections; it’s past time we make elections climate resistant. Nov 4, 2022 Greta Bedekovics
Finding Common Ground to Address Threats to Our Elections Past EventNov 1, 2022 Finding Common Ground to Address Threats to Our Elections Please join the Center for American Progress for a virtual event that will assess the current threats to our elections, analyze what state officials are doing to address the issues, and explore how Americans can come together to safeguard our democracy. Nov 1, 2022
The Supreme Court Censoring History and Race Would Be a Mistake ArticleOct 28, 2022 The Supreme Court Censoring History and Race Would Be a Mistake Race-conscious remedies, such as voting rights protections and affirmative action in college admissions, are supported by the Constitution, are a part of American history, and are essential to equal opportunity. Oct 28, 2022 Nicole Lee Ndumele, Ben Olinsky, Marcella Bombardieri
Issues Potentially Affecting the 2022 Midterm Elections ArticleOct 25, 2022 Issues Potentially Affecting the 2022 Midterm Elections This CAP memo outlines how to address challenges affecting the 2022 elections. Oct 25, 2022 William Roberts, Greta Bedekovics, Adam Conner, 3 More Erin Simpson, Michael Sozan, Alex Tausanovitch
Supreme Court May Adopt Extreme MAGA Election Theory That Threatens Democracy ReportSep 26, 2022 Supreme Court May Adopt Extreme MAGA Election Theory That Threatens Democracy In its upcoming term, the Supreme Court will decide Moore v. Harper, a case involving the extreme “independent state legislature” theory that endangers free and fair elections. Sep 26, 2022 Michael Sozan
National Film Premiere: ‘Suppressed and Sabotaged: The Fight to Vote’ Past EventSep 15, 2022 National Film Premiere: ‘Suppressed and Sabotaged: The Fight to Vote’ Please join CAP's Reel Progress program and Brave New Films for a film screening of "Suppressed and Sabotaged: The Fight to Vote," followed by a discussion with a panel of esteemed experts. Sep 15, 2022
The urgent need to update the Electoral Count Act In the NewsAug 4, 2022 The urgent need to update the Electoral Count Act Patrick Gaspard and Trevor Potter urge Congress to update the Electoral Count Act and bring it into the 21st century. Aug 4, 2022 The Hill Patrick Gaspard, Trevor Potter
Liz Cheney Should Be Heralded for Her January 6th Committee Work In the NewsJul 15, 2022 Liz Cheney Should Be Heralded for Her January 6th Committee Work Mike Sozan discusses the role that Rep. Liz Cheney (R-WY) is playing in the ongoing January 6 investigation. Jul 15, 2022 InsideSources Michael Sozan
January 6 Hearing Day 6: Who Is Cassidy Hutchinson? VideoJun 30, 2022 January 6 Hearing Day 6: Who Is Cassidy Hutchinson? Providing new details about the January 6 insurrection, Cassidy Hutchinson testified how Donald Trump tried to hang onto his power by any means necessary. Jun 30, 2022 Michael Sozan, William Roberts, Hai-Lam Phan, 2 More Ala Al Sadi, James Mertz
January 6 Hearing Day 5: Here’s What Happened VideoJun 30, 2022 January 6 Hearing Day 5: Here’s What Happened Donald Trump and MAGA extremists came dangerously close to weaponizing the U.S. Department of Justice in their desperate attempt to overturn the election. Jun 30, 2022 Michael Sozan, William Roberts, Hai-Lam Phan, 2 More Ala Al Sadi, Toni Pandolfo
January 6 Hearing Day 4: Here’s What Happened VideoJun 30, 2022 January 6 Hearing Day 4: Here’s What Happened Donald Trump and MAGA extremists are still attacking elections. If they are not held accountable, the United States cannot preserve democracy. Jun 30, 2022 Michael Sozan, William Roberts, Hai-Lam Phan, 3 More Ala Al Sadi, James Mertz, James Mertz
January 6 Hearing Day 3: How Donald Trump Turned the Mob on Mike Pence VideoJun 30, 2022 January 6 Hearing Day 3: How Donald Trump Turned the Mob on Mike Pence When Mike Pence made it clear he would not give in to Donald Trump's scheme, Trump turned the mob on him. Jun 30, 2022 Michael Sozan, William Roberts, William Roberts, 6 More Hai-Lam Phan, Ala Al Sadi, Daniel Turner, Toni Pandolfo, James Mertz, James Mertz
January 6 Hearing Day 1: January 6 Was a Coordinated Attack VideoJun 30, 2022 January 6 Hearing Day 1: January 6 Was a Coordinated Attack Center for American Progress expert William J. Roberts explains the weight of the bipartisan January 6 hearings. Jun 30, 2022 Michael Sozan, William Roberts, Hai-Lam Phan, 1 More James Mertz
January 6 Hearing Day 1: Here’s What Happened VideoJun 30, 2022 January 6 Hearing Day 1: Here’s What Happened Carnage. Chaos. Crime. January 6 was not a random event; it was a coordinated, deliberate conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election. Jun 30, 2022 Michael Sozan, William Roberts, Hai-Lam Phan, 2 More Toni Pandolfo, James Mertz
Hearings reveal Trump’s vast plan to overturn Americans’ votes In the NewsJun 23, 2022 Hearings reveal Trump’s vast plan to overturn Americans’ votes William Roberts and Michael Sozan outline the evidence presented in the January 6 House Select Committee hearings and argue for stronger protections of voting rights. Jun 23, 2022 InsideSources William Roberts, Michael Sozan
How To Save American Democracy ReportJan 4, 2022 How To Save American Democracy The threat to U.S. elections is real—here is how policymakers can address it. Jan 4, 2022 Alex Tausanovitch
The Pro-Democracy Faith Movement VideoDec 13, 2021 The Pro-Democracy Faith Movement Prominent religious leaders reflect on the meaning of democracy. Dec 13, 2021 Maggie Siddiqi, Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Meghan Miller, 3 More Chris Daileader, Jasmine Hardy, Hai-Lam Phan
4 Ways Reforming the Filibuster Will Improve Lives ArticleDec 10, 2021 4 Ways Reforming the Filibuster Will Improve Lives It's time to say farewell to the filibuster so Congress can pass vital and popular legislation on voting rights, equal pay, and more. Dec 10, 2021 Alex Tausanovitch, Maggie Amjad
Democracy in Peril: A Q&A About the Future of Elections with EAC Commissioner Benjamin Hovland ArticleNov 18, 2021 Democracy in Peril: A Q&A About the Future of Elections with EAC Commissioner Benjamin Hovland With our nation’s system of election administration facing profound challenges, Commissioner Benjamin Hovland of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission shares his thoughts on the path forward. Nov 18, 2021 Michael Sozan
Senate Must Reform Filibuster To Pass Voting Rights Bills After Senate Republicans Again Block Legislation ArticleOct 25, 2021 Senate Must Reform Filibuster To Pass Voting Rights Bills After Senate Republicans Again Block Legislation The Senate must elevate saving democracy over the arcane Senate filibuster rules, which have been amended many times before. Oct 25, 2021 Michael Sozan
The Freedom to Vote Act Would Counteract State Laws That Undermine Elections ArticleOct 5, 2021 The Freedom to Vote Act Would Counteract State Laws That Undermine Elections Far-reaching federal legislation would set national standards to combat many new state laws aimed at suppressing voters and sabotaging valid election results. Oct 5, 2021 Danielle Root, Michael Sozan, Alex Tausanovitch
Enhancing Accessibility in U.S. Elections ReportJul 8, 2021 Enhancing Accessibility in U.S. Elections Voters with disabilities must have full and equal access to the ballot box. Jul 8, 2021 Danielle Root, Mia Ives-Rublee
Clean Slate Is Critical for a Healthy Democracy ArticleApr 26, 2021 Clean Slate Is Critical for a Healthy Democracy The automatic clearing of eligible criminal records can help to foster civic engagement and build a healthier democracy. Apr 26, 2021 Maggie Jo Buchanan, Nick Jacobson
How the Biden Administration Can Tackle America’s Voter Turnout Problem ReportMar 16, 2021 How the Biden Administration Can Tackle America’s Voter Turnout Problem By engaging with advocates and policymakers, a National Task Force on Civic Engagement and Voter Participation can increase Americans’ civic engagement. Mar 16, 2021 Hauwa Ahmed
Momentum Grows for Bold Democracy Reform ReportFeb 10, 2021 Momentum Grows for Bold Democracy Reform In the next several months, Congress is poised to pass the For the People Act, transformative democracy reform legislation. Feb 10, 2021 Michael Sozan
The Need for a White House Office of Democracy Reform ArticleJan 15, 2021 The Need for a White House Office of Democracy Reform The Biden-Harris administration should have staff in the White House who are specifically focused on strengthening American democracy. Jan 15, 2021 Alex Tausanovitch, Danielle Root, Michael Sozan
The Role of Rural Communities of Color in the 2020 Election ReportDec 22, 2020 The Role of Rural Communities of Color in the 2020 Election The diversity and complexity of rural voters were on display in the 2020 election, particularly in states such as Georgia and Arizona. Dec 22, 2020 Olugbenga Ajilore
Why Voting Matters for the Disability Community ArticleOct 22, 2020 Why Voting Matters for the Disability Community A lot is at stake in the 2020 elections—and voter turnout among Americans with disabilities must be supported before and after the polls close. Oct 22, 2020 Valerie Novack
States Must Maintain and Expand In-Person Voting Locations During COVID-19 ArticleSep 24, 2020 States Must Maintain and Expand In-Person Voting Locations During COVID-19 In-person polling locations will help preserve Americans’ access to the ballot box. Sep 24, 2020 Hauwa Ahmed
4 Ways Religious Communities Can Ensure a Safe and Fair Election VideoSep 23, 2020 4 Ways Religious Communities Can Ensure a Safe and Fair Election This video from faith leaders explains four concrete, nonpartisan ways that religious communities can support the 2020 election. Sep 23, 2020 Maggie Siddiqi, Danielle Root, William Roberts, 2 More Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Kurt Mueller
17 Ways Companies Can Help Americans Vote Safely ReportSep 9, 2020 17 Ways Companies Can Help Americans Vote Safely This election, forward-looking businesses can provide an essential service to their communities—preserving the right to vote while also protecting their stakeholders from COVID-19. Sep 9, 2020 Alex Tausanovitch, Sarah Bonk, Richard Eidlin
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