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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
🚨BREAKING: Federal Court BLOCKS New Hampshire's new documentary proof of citizenship law. A victory for our client, New Hampshire Youth Movement, and the voters of New Hampshire. www.democracydocket.com/cases/new-ha...
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🚨 New Hampshire Youth Movement v. Scanlan
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
We just won a big voting case in New Hampshire. Stand by for details.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
Just another late Saturday night writing about courts and democracy. I am doing everything I can to spread the word about how we can fight back. You can help me by subscribing to Democracy Docket for free and sharing its content with everyone you know. Thanks. bit.ly/4qmEiFz
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
Reminder: Last July I said Democrats need to be prepared to gerrymander as many as 30 seats.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
Can someone let the AP know that violating court orders is not a sign of "executive power. " It is a sign of contempt, lawlessness and authoritarianism.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Democracy by the numbers: Active Voting Rights Cases: 158 Active Redistricting Cases: 41 Active Anti-Voting Cases: 81 Active Pro-Voting Cases: 75 Active DOJ Lawsuits: 30 Stay informed and help spread the word by subscribing to Democracy Docket. bit.ly/4qmEiFz
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Anyone who is wondering why DeSantis is waiting to sign the new Florida map it is because he is scared he will lose in court. I beat Republicans before when they broke the state constitution by partisan redistricting and I will do it again. Here are my receipts.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Another really long day. I am doing everything I can to spread the word about the threats to democracy and how to fight back. You can help me by subscribing to Democracy Docket for free and sharing its content. Thanks. bit.ly/4qmEiFz
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Hillary Rodham Clinton @hillaryclinton.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
In the 24 hours since the Supreme Court's majority ruled to demolish the Voting Rights Act's remaining protections, Louisiana and Tennessee have already signaled that they'll redraw their congressional maps with the clear effect of shutting Black voters out.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Not only was the Supreme Court's Callais decision cynical and wrong, it has now resulted in the Republican governor of Louisiana declaring state of emergency to cancel the ongoing congressional election. If you think this ends in Louisiana or with redistricting, you are not paying attention.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
How is this being treated as normal? A Republican governor is declaring a state of emergency to cancel n ongoing election for Congress. If you think this is ends with redistricting, you are not paying attention.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Following the Supreme Court’s gutting of the Voting Rights Act (VRA) Wednesday, legal scholars and advocates across the country demanded reforms to the Supreme Court to preserve free and fair elections and voting rights in the U.S. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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After Callais, calls to reform Supreme Court grow deafening
"Either Democrats are going to fundamentally remake this institution or they are co-signing autocracy."
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Today's VRA decision is intellectually dishonest and wrong. The conservative court basically said: Black people can vote for their preferred candidates, as long as they prefer the right candidates -- which will be Republicans. An absolutely mockery of the law and a stain on the court.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
🚨BREAKING: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) Monday unveiled a new gerrymandered congressional map that seeks to carve out four additional GOP-friendly seats in the Sunshine State. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/... My promise: If Florida enacts this, it will be sued.
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Florida Gov. DeSantis unveils aggressive new GOP gerrymander
The new map seeks to carve out four additional GOP-friendly seats in the Sunshine State.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
🚨BREAKING: Virginia court REJECTS Republican lawsuit in challenging the legislature’s authority to alter the 2021 congressional map. A HUGE victory for our client the DCCC and the voters of Virginia. Another defeat for the GOP. www.democracydocket.com/cases/virgin...
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Republican National Committee v. Virginia State Board of Elections
Learn more.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
🚨BREAKING: A Virginia circuit court has refused to block the implementation of Democrats’ new congressional map, which voters approved in a statewide special election last week. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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Virginia court declines to block Democrats from using new voter-approved congressional map
“Millions of Virginians voted in an election,” wrote the judge in the order. "It is in the public interests to allow the amendment to take effect."
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
Delaware launched a new elections task force that will focus largely on protecting the state’s voting system from unconstitutional interference from the Trump administration. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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Delaware creates task force to Trump-proof its elections
"If the federal government tries to interfere in our elections, we will do whatever is necessary...," says Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer.
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Democracy Docket @democracydocket.com · 26/04/2026
NEW: Delaware has created a task force aimed at protecting its elections from federal intrusion. “We’re staring down the barrel of a crisis the likes of which our nation has not seen after hearing calls from the federal government to take over state elections,” said Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer.
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Delaware creates task force to Trump-proof its elections
"If the federal government tries to interfere in our elections, we will do whatever is necessary...," says Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
If you are already a subscriber, share it with others. Also, support other independent media organizations that are also not at the event tonight!
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
While corporate media outlets are preparing to fete Donald Trump tonight, the team at Democracy Docket is working to hold him accountable. Support their work by becoming a free subscriber or premium member today. bit.ly/4qmEiFz
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
A reminder that tonight, when the journalists are finishing their dessert and applauding a man who lies to their faces, I'll be at my desk — planning, writing, fighting. If you want to support legacy media go ahead and watch. If you want to help Democracy Docket, sign up now. bit.ly/4qmEiFz
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Tristan Snell @tristansnell.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
Trump and the Republicans are RAISING TAXES on every single American. By doubling inflation because of their idiotic war on Iran, they're taxing ALL of us. The average American household will pay another $3,298 per year -- and climbing. $275 every month. Because of the GOP.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
Democracy Docket is not sponsoring a party to celebrate Donald Trump and it sure as hell won't attend any dinner in his honor. If you want both sides coverage, go elsewhere. If you want pro-democracy news and analysis that is fiercely independent, subscribe now. bit.ly/4a7l1TR
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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Congratulations, Virginia! Republicans are trying to tilt the midterm elections in their favor, but they haven’t done it yet. Thanks for showing us what it looks like to stand up for our democracy and fight back.
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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Virginia! Today is the last day to vote in the redistricting referendum. Make sure to vote YES. You can find your polling location at IWillVote.com/VA.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
Less than three hours after the polls closed, Viktor Orban conceded that he lost. Five years after Donald Trump lost the 2020 election, he still falsely claims that he won. Prepare for the midterms by staying informed. Subscribe to Democracy Docket now: bit.ly/4qmEiFz
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Elizabeth Warren @warren.senate.gov · 17/04/2026
Right out in the open, Donald Trump is suing his own IRS to try to steal $10 BILLION taxpayer dollars. I just introduced a bill that would make this theft ILLEGAL.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
The fight for free and fair elections is happening right now — in courts across the country. Democracy Docket is tracking every case to keep you informed. Support their work by subscribing now: bit.ly/4qmEiFz
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
🚨BREAKING: DOJ lost again Friday, as a federal judge dismissed its lawsuit to force Rhode Island to provide unfettered access to its voter registration rolls, bringing the agency’s record among active cases to 5 defeats, 0 wins and 25 cases still pending. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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Trump DOJ loses again, now 0 for 5 on voter roll cases, as court rejects Rhode Island lawsuit
U.S. District Judge Mary S. McElroy, a Trump appointee, called the DOJ’s widespread voter roll demands a “fishing expedition.”
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Daniel Goldman @danielsgoldman.dg4ny.co · 17/04/2026
Yesterday, I voted against Trump's illegal war in Iran. Unfortunately, my GOP colleagues chose to cowardly stand with Trump & against the American people. When this comes back to the floor next week, will the GOP continue to bend the knee to the maniac in the WH or stand up for their constituents?
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
🚨BREAKING: Federal Court BLOCKS Indiana law banning the use of a student ID for voting. A huge victory my law firm, our clients Count US IN and Women4Change Indiana, and the voters of Indiana. Another reminder that when we fight we win! www.democracydocket.com/cases/indian...
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🚨 Count US IN v. Morales
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
The politics in Hungary may have changed, but the politics in the US are the same. Todd Blanche is telling us we should be happy that Trump is directing DOJ to go after his political opponents. We cannot give up but we must fight for democracy every single day. And if we do we can win!
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Hillary Rodham Clinton @hillaryclinton.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
The end of Viktor Orbán’s autocratic regime is a victory not just for Hungary, but for people who value democracy around the world. Congratulations to Tisza, to incoming leader Péter Magyar, and to Hungarians everywhere.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
There are good lessons to learn about voting, organizing etc. But I worry people will learn the wrong lesson about concessions. Orban conceded. Trump never will. We cannot get lulled into a false sense of security for 2026. More tomorrow…
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
Less than three hours after the polls closed, Viktor Orban conceded that he lost. Five years after Donald Trump lost the 2020 election, he still falsely claims that he won. Tomorrow, I offer my analysis of what this means for the midterms. Subscribe now. bit.ly/4qmEiFz
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Democracy by the numbers: Active Voting Rights Cases: 157 Active Redistricting Cases: 50 Active Anti-Voting Cases: 83 Active Pro-Voting Cases: 71 Active DOJ Lawsuits: 31 Stay informed about everything happening to voting and elections in court by subscribing to Democracy Docket now. bit.ly/4qmEiFz
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Rep. Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) @repstansbury.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Speaker Johnson, we are calling on you to bring the House back to DC IMMEDIATELY! The Cabinet needs to invoke the 25th Amendment. But Congress can’t just sit on its hands and wait for that to happen when the President is threatening to commit war crimes TONIGHT.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Hey media-- Pam Bondi is not a victim -- she willingly carried out Trump's political agenda to prosecute his political enemies and undermine free and fair elections. Todd Blache is not shouldering a "burden" or "walking a tightrope." He is a willing accomplice. Language matters.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 29/03/2026
The Republican Party is telling us, with brimming confidence and zero shame, that it intends to make it harder for its opponents to vote and easier to control the outcome of elections. They are prepared to use every tool available to them — legal or not — to stay in power. bsky.app/profile/marc...
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Farrukh @implausibleblog.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Senator Chris Murphy, "The Strait of Hormuz was open before the war began" "We are now seeking to solve a problem that we created" "This is insanity"
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Kamala Harris @kamalaharris.com · 25/03/2026
Long before today’s ruling, we knew social media was harming our young people. Teens, parents, advocates, even casual observers begged tech and elected leaders to take action. While we applaud this decision, we have more work to do to protect young people online and support their mental health.
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Daniel Goldman @danielsgoldman.dg4ny.co · 23/03/2026
Our airports are in chaos because Trump is holding TSA funds hostage to try to pass his voter suppression bill. Donald Trump, the American people see right through your threats & will remember your decision to send your ICE goons into airports to assault and arrest passengers.
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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
The day the Affordable Care Act passed was one of my proudest moments as president, because it meant that millions of Americans would have access to health care, some for the first time.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Here is what you need to know about the SAVE Act: 1. It started as a stunt to protect Mike Johnson's speakership. 2. It has evolved into a massive voter suppression bill. 3. It won't pass. 4. When it fails Trump will escalate. 5. We will fight and win. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/the-...
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The SAVE Act started as a political stunt. Now it's a real threat.
As we entered 2026, it became clear that Republicans were set up to lose control of Congress in the midterm elections. What followed was predictable.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Here is what you need to know about the SAVE Act: 1. It started as a stunt by Mike Johnson to protect his speakership. 2. It has evolved into a massive voter suppression bill. 3. When it fails, Trump will escalate to something even more dangerous. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/the-...
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The SAVE Act started as a political stunt. Now it's a real threat.
As we entered 2026, it became clear that Republicans were set up to lose control of Congress in the midterm elections. What followed was predictable.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
As soon the DeSantis signs this bill into law, Florida will be sued. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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Florida lawmakers give final approval to state version of anti-voting SAVE America Act
With the battle over the national SAVE America Act reaching a fever pitch, Florida Republicans this week raced to enact their own version of the restrictions.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
If this is enacted, Florida will be sued. "Florida lawmakers are poised to approve sweeping new restrictions that would require voters to prove their citizenship status, as well as remove student ID as an acceptable form of voter identification." www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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Florida Senate passes own version of anti-voting SAVE America Act
The Florida bill is an attempt to impose the national SAVE America Act's severe voting restrictions on a state level.
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
Legacy media is failing democracy. Six years ago, I decided to do something about it. I started Democracy Docket from scratch. Today it has 400,000+ subscribers. But to protect democracy, it needs to grow. Subscribe now: bit.ly/4qmEiFz
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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
Reverend Jesse Jackson called on each of us to be heralds of change, to be messengers of hope; to step forward and say “Send me” wherever we have a chance to make an impact. How fortunate we were that Jesse Jackson answered that call. What a great debt we owe to him.
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