Is the US a democracy or a republic? That’s a misleading question, writes a historian of early America. The values of republicanism and the values of democracy have both been vital to the nation.
MOULTONBOROUGH — As the nation celebrates its 250th birthday, the Moultonborough Library invites the community to look closer at democracy.
Italy’s right-wing leader was once seen as Trump’s main ally in Western Europe – but not so anymore.
The interwar years in Latin America saw a remarkable flourishing of left-wing political thought aiming to challenge US dominance. That could offer lessons for today.
After the Voting Rights Act, federal election observers helped ensure fair voting, but that oversight has increasingly shifted focus − to monitor what Washington says is voter fraud and accusations of cheating.
In dozens of states, an increasing number of legislative seats are going completely uncontested by one of the two major parties.
The US may be experiencing democratic backsliding. Around the world, nonviolent civil movements exist to support democracy and protect fellow citizens.