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  Democracy Docket · [email protected]
November 5, 2024 at 6:31 PM

Last chance to claim your $20 off!

Last chance to claim your $20 off! Upgrade to our premium membership before midnight tonight to save $20. ENDS TONIGHT AT 11:59 P.M. ETYou asked, we listened! We extended our membership sale through the end of Election Day — get $20 off a year of premium content, now at $100!At Democracy…
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
November 5, 2024 at 12:32 AM

My final tip sheet before the election 

My final tip sheet before the election  This is your last chance to save $20 and upgrade to our premium membership. I normally publish my weekly tip sheet on Tuesdays. But this is anything but a normal week. Tomorrow, millions of Americans will cast their vote for the future of the count…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
November 4, 2024 at 11:04 PM

Victories for swing state voters ahead of Election Day

Victories for swing state voters ahead of Election Day The 2024 election is already the most litigated on record. Monday, November 4 You asked and we listened — we’re extending our membership sale for another 24 hours! The 2024 election is already the most litigated in American hist…
  Democracy Docket · [email protected]
November 4, 2024 at 11:01 AM

Last day to upgrade and save $20!

Last day to upgrade and save $20! Election countdown discount ends tonight at midnight. ENDS TONIGHT AT 11:59 P.M. ETDon’t miss out — there are less than 24 hours left to get $20 off our premium membership, now at $100!At Democracy Docket, we strive to be your go-to source for all things…
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
November 2, 2024 at 11:00 AM

The news you’ll miss in the post-election

The news you’ll miss in the post-election Save $20 and upgrade to our premium membership to get exclusive content and support Democracy Docket’s work. With three days until Election Day, we are officially in the final stretch. Early voting has been underway in many states for weeks, but …
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
November 1, 2024 at 10:04 PM

Pennsylvania Democrats win case over undelivered ballots

Pennsylvania Democrats win case over undelivered ballots The RNC asks the North Carolina Supreme Court to pause pro-voting ruling Friday, November 1 Time is running out — only 4 days left to save $20 on our premium membership! As we approach the 2024 election, our team is closely monit…
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
November 1, 2024 at 1:01 PM

Most litigated election in U.S. history is almost here

Most litigated election in U.S. history is almost here My final Litigation Look Ahead before Election Day. Preview of my members-only newslettersOne of the reasons I was so excited to begin our premium membership program in March was to deliver this newsletter to the people who care most…
  On The Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
November 1, 2024 at 11:02 AM

Philadelphia vs. Elon Musk

Philadelphia vs. Elon Musk SCOTUS reinstates Virginia voter purge program. Friday, November 1 In 2020, Democracy Docket was the only news platform tracking every post-election lawsuit brought by Trump and his allies. For the final week before Election Day, we’re taking $20 off our prem…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 31, 2024 at 10:03 PM

Judge upholds Ohio’s proof of citizenship requirement

Judge upholds Ohio’s proof of citizenship requirement A civil rights group sues over Iowa’s recent voter challenges. Thursday, October 31Republicans double down on noncitizen voting issueA federal judge denied the ACLU’s request to block Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose (R) from re…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 30, 2024 at 10:12 PM

SCOTUS reinstates Virginia’s voter purge program

SCOTUS reinstates Virginia’s voter purge program Courts deliver wins for North Carolina, Ohio and Wisconsin voters. Wednesday, October 30 The 2024 election is already the most litigated in American history, and after Trump filed 65 cases following Election Day in 2020, it’s more critical…
  Eye On The Right, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 30, 2024 at 11:01 AM

How Arizona became the conspiracy theory capital

How Arizona became the conspiracy theory capital Who watches the poll watchers? Wednesday, October 30Election conspiracy theories and far-right extremism have taken hold among Arizona Republicans more than in any other state. My latest feature digs into the reasons that could have led to…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 29, 2024 at 10:05 PM

What happens to ballots destroyed in drop box fires?

What happens to ballots destroyed in drop box fires? Victories for Pennsylvania voters Tuesday, October 29STARTING SOON: Join us tonight at 7 p.m. ET for a live virtual discussion featuring Congressman Jamie Raskin, political commentator Brian Tyler Cohen and Democracy Docket founder Mar…
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
October 29, 2024 at 11:00 AM

My tip sheet: watch the Supreme Court this week

My tip sheet: watch the Supreme Court this week Plus, two court victories, a new lawsuit and a big decision. There is no more important maxim in politics than Maya Angelou’s admonition: "When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time." As we head into the final week of …
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 28, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Republicans take voting cases to SCOTUS

Republicans take voting cases to SCOTUS Voters should mail ballots by tomorrow for delivery by Election Day. Monday, October 28 Election Day is quickly approaching! To kick off the big week, we’re offering $20 off our premium membership — now just $100. If you want to help support a pro-…
  Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 28, 2024 at 10:03 AM

We've never done this before

We've never done this before Support our team of 16 and upgrade to our premium membership today. Our Countdown to Election Day Sale is here! At Democracy Docket, we’re dedicated to being your go-to source for all things post-election by tracking and reporting on every voting and election…
  Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 27, 2024 at 12:00 PM

[Reminder] Live panels with Rep. Raskin, Stacey Abrams and more

[Reminder] Live panels with Rep. Raskin, Stacey Abrams and more Reserve your spot to hear from leaders at the forefront of protecting our democracy. We’re just one day away from our exciting live panel event! This is your chance to hear from Democracy Docket founder Marc Elias, actress a…
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
October 26, 2024 at 11:00 AM

Don’t miss the forest for the trees

Don’t miss the forest for the trees The five stories you probably missed this week. Preview of my weekend reading list As we enter the final week of the election, the news media has finally recognized that Republicans are filing a barrage of litigation aimed at sowing confusion and under…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 25, 2024 at 10:04 PM

5th Circuit leaves mail-in voting hanging in the balance

5th Circuit leaves mail-in voting hanging in the balance GOP state officials sue the Biden Administration over noncitizen voting. Friday, October 25Democracy Docket is proud to be a pro-democracy news outlet, unafraid to speak the truth about Donald Trump and election denialism. Democrac…
  On The Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 25, 2024 at 11:01 AM

GOP targets military, overseas votes

GOP targets military, overseas votes Young voters face barriers at the ballot box Friday, October 25Get ready for our exciting free, live events next week! Join us Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. ET for a conversation with actress Eva Longoria and voting rights leader Stacey Abrams, along with Voto La…
  Democracy Docket, Daily Docket · [email protected]
October 24, 2024 at 10:01 PM

ACLU seeks to block a proof of citizenship requirement

ACLU seeks to block a proof of citizenship requirement A Republican official in Georgia appeals a ruling on certifying elections. Thursday, October 24Democracy Docket is the only news outlet tracking over 250 voting and election lawsuits filed this cycle, and, in 2020, was the only outle…
  Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 24, 2024 at 11:00 AM

Live on Monday: Eva Longoria in conversation with voting rights activists

Live on Monday: Eva Longoria in conversation with voting rights activists The actress and producer will interview Stacey Abrams, María Teresa Kumar and Marc Elias in our next virtual live event.. You’re invited!Election Roadmap: Eva Longoria and Voting Rights Activists on What To Expect …
  Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 23, 2024 at 10:05 PM

Pennsylvania Supreme Court delivers win for voters

Pennsylvania Supreme Court delivers win for voters Numerous absentee ballots in Philadelphia were rejected due to minor errors. Wednesday, October 23Actress and producer Eva Longoria is joining voting rights activists at our live virtual event on Monday, Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. ET! She'll sit …
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 22, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Georgia Supreme Court delivers win for voters

Georgia Supreme Court delivers win for voters A judge dismissed an RNC lawsuit aimed at purging Michigan voters. Tuesday, October 22RNC faces losses in Georgia and MichiganIn a win for voters, the Georgia Supreme Court rejected the Republican National Committee’s (RNC) plea to reinstate …
  Marc Elias · [email protected]
October 22, 2024 at 11:01 AM

My tip sheet: three court victories, two cases to watch

My tip sheet: three court victories, two cases to watch Here’s what to expect from courts in the week ahead. When Donald Trump named Michael Whatley as his choice to replace Ronna McDaniel, Whatley promised to “work around the clock to file aggressive litigation.” Over the course of the …
  Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 21, 2024 at 11:30 PM

You’re invited! Rep. Jamie Raskin and Brian Tyler Cohen to join Marc next week

You’re invited! Rep. Jamie Raskin and Brian Tyler Cohen to join Marc next week What happens after Election Day? Find out at our live virtual panel one week out. Join us for a free, live panel featuring Congressman Jamie Raskin, political commentator Brian Tyler Cohen and Democracy Docket…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
October 21, 2024 at 10:03 PM

Judges reject GOP efforts to disenfranchise overseas voters

Judges reject GOP efforts to disenfranchise overseas voters The Georgia Supreme Court will weigh in on seven State Election Board rules. Monday, October 21STARTING SOON: Join us tonight at 7 p.m. ET for a free, live panel discussion featuring Secretaries of State Adrian Fontes, Jena Gris…
  Democracy Docket · [email protected]
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…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
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 —…
  Democracy Docket · [email protected]
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…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
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 …
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
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…
  Democracy Docket · [email protected]
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…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
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…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
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…
  Daily Docket, Democracy Docket · [email protected]
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…
  Democracy Docket · [email protected]
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…