Investigative Journalism | Exposing What Lies Beneath
Almost 22% of Marylanders identify as independents, lacking access to primary elections. A lawsuit filed by five voters challenges this, arguing it violates the state constitution. Closed primaries exclude nearly a million independents from critical votes, leading to polarization and unfair representation. Advocates seek change for a fairer electoral process.
Gerrymandering distorts voting districts, undermining democracy by creating non-competitive, manipulated maps that disenfranchise voters and protect political power. This age-old practice, fueled by advanced data and software, leads to disconnection between local representation and communities. Reform is necessary to establish fair electoral boundaries based on existing legal jurisdictions.
Spaghetti Districts and Stolen Representation: How Gerrymandering Broke Our Republic Read More
ANNAPOLIS, MD — In what can only be described as a moment of shocking common sense, a legal challenge has been filed against Maryland’s beloved closed primary system—the very one …
Maryland Sued for Keeping Elections as Exclusive as a Georgetown Dinner Party Read MoreThe United States Congress is increasingly dominated by aging politicians, many in their 70s or older, leading to a gerontocracy that undermines democracy. Long incumbencies foster corruption and complacency, limiting voter choices. Implementing term limits could rejuvenate political leadership, enhance accountability, and ensure government reflects contemporary values and needs.
OPINION | The Case for Term Limits: Why It’s Time to Retire America’s Political Dinosaurs Read More