What’s Next for American Democracy?

Eighteen top experts lay out our ongoing challenges, emergent threats—and how we might come together to address them.

By The What's Next Project

Fall 2023, No. 70 – 25 MIN READ

The Rebirth of Local News

Newspapers may be dying. But from big cities to Appalachia, great journalists are finding new ways to cover local news.

By Laura Hazard Owen Mike Rispoli Lisa Snowden Nikki Usher Ken Ward Jr.

Summer 2023, No. 69 – 31 MIN READ

How the Supreme Court Is Attacking Democracy

The Court's assaults on executive agencies are really attacks on responsive and democratic government.

By Daniel A. Hanley

July 5, 2023, 11:50 am – 17 MIN READ

And Democracy for All

Danielle Allen offers a glimpse of the pathway from polarizing identity to a connected and inclusive society.

By Margaret Levi

Summer 2023, No. 69 – 12 MIN READ