A Journal of Ideas

Supreme Court

Remember the Whole Constitution

Yes, it was written in 1787, but that was only the first draft. The Supreme Court just doesn't want to admit it.

By Brianne Gorod

Fall 2023, No. 70 – 12 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

The Post-Dobbs Abortion Fight

Why we need to learn that when we defend abortion rights, we’re defending democracy.

Spring, No. 68 – 27 MIN READ

A Woman's Place Is in the Courtroom

By Katha Pollitt

Winter, No. 67 – 10 MIN READ

Saving Democracy—Realistically

Yes, we disdain the Electoral College. In the meantime, there are more realistic ways to unlock our democratic Gordian Knot.

By Larry Diamond

Summer, No. 65 – 28 MIN READ