Filter by: ConstitutionDemocracyElectionsHistoryPresidential ElectionsVoting RightsLocal GovernmentState/Local ElectionsLegislationVoter SuppressionGovernmentOffice of the PresidentCivil RightsState GovernmentRacial JusticeSupreme CourtDistrictingElection ReformMovementsProtestCensusStatehood Freedom of the Press The protected right to report news without government interference, censorship, intimidation, or punishment. The State of the Union A speech given by the President, addressing Congress and the nation, on the current state of America, and priorities for the following year. The Plum Book A book covering government positions that can be appointed by the incoming president. Ballot Measures A form of direct democracy in which a law, issue, or question on the ballot is decided by voters through an election. Misinformation False or inaccurate information that is understood or spread as true, either intentionally or unintentionally. The Freedom to Vote Act The Act proposes a sweeping set of reforms to expand Americans’ access to the ballot box and to fight corruption. How to Research Your Ballot Become an informed voter by learning how to research who and what are on your ballot. Congressional Recess Period when members of Congress return to their states and districts to work and meet with constituents. Help America Vote Act (HAVA) Federal law to improve election administration through reforms such as mandatory minimum standards and funding to meet standards. The Election Assistance Commission (EAC) The only federal agency charged with improving voting systems and helping states with other critical functions of election administration. Load More
