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Published: December 22, 2024 00:58

NEW: North Carolina Alliance for Retired Americans, VoteVets Action Fund and individual voters file motion to oppose GOP effort to disenfranchise tens of thousands of voters in state Supreme Court election. Proud that my law firm is representing these…

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Published: December 21, 2024 22:06

Martin Luther King Jr. said that “the ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge.” We are in a time of challenge. The question for every leader, every citizen is where…

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Published: December 21, 2024 19:20

Trump is trying to use the courts to intimidate and bully his critics. Unfortunately, we have seen billionaires and multinational corporations being willing to be bullied and bending a knee. Now is the time for courage. To stand up tall. Not to obey.

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Published: December 21, 2024 18:58

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Published: December 21, 2024 17:31

Once again, the courts largely rejected GOP attacks on our election systems. As imperfect as they are, at a time when Republics control the presidency and both chambers of Congress, the courts will remain the most powerful tool to prevent Trump from…

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Published: December 21, 2024 16:40

Many of you are deeply frustrated by the rapid decline of legacy media and have asked what independent sources I trust for news, information and analysis. So, today I sent Democracy Docket members a list of the 17 newsletters I subscribe to.…

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Published: December 21, 2024 14:33

Last night, Senate Democrats confirmed Joe Biden's 235th federal judge -- exceeding the number appointed by Donald Trump. This is a major accomplishment and will pay lasting dividends as we fight for democracy in court. Paige and I explain.…

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Published: December 21, 2024 00:25

🚨BREAKING: The Senate confirmed President Joe Biden’s 235th judge to a lifetime appointment on Friday evening, which surpassed the number of judicial vacancies that President-elect Donald Trump filled during his first term. …

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Published: December 20, 2024 23:07

🚨BREAKING: Federal court DENIES Republican motion to block certification of North Carolina Supreme Court election. https://www.democracydocket.com/cases/north-carolina-supreme-court-2024-election-protests-rejection-challenge/…

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Published: December 20, 2024 15:38

Let's be clear, @jenrubin.bsky.social is a hero. "Media owners paying cold, hard cash to an incoming president (whether by settlement or donation) mars their organizations’ independence and gives rise to suspicion that those outlets will pull their…

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Published: December 20, 2024 14:38

Trump is going to use the Department of Justice and FBI to go after his political opponents. That should be the headline and framing of all of these stories. https://www.semafor.com/article/12/20/2024/gop-lawmakers-urge-trump-to-replace-all-us-attorneys

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Published: December 20, 2024 13:41

Gannett is at the gym this morning doing squats so that it can be ready to bend the knee even deeper than Disney! We urgently need to build up independent media. Sign up for Democracy Docket for free. https://www.democracydocket.com/me-subscribe-bsky/ …

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Published: December 19, 2024 23:48

The good news is that despite the sharp increase in litigation, pro-voting forces continued to win, notching three times as many victories as losses with most of those victories coming in the presidential battleground states.…

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Published: December 19, 2024 18:49

An important must read. "Alongside neo-Nazis staging marches, militia groups on the border have promised to lend their support over to sheriffs. It’s hard to tell the vigilantes from the law enforcement. But then again, in Trump’s America, isn’t that the…

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Published: December 19, 2024 17:15

GOOD NEWS! As a result of a court victory, Kansas will stop enforcement of a voter suppression law that undermined the work of civic engagement organizations to register voters. Paige and I explain the case and what happens next. …

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Published: December 19, 2024 14:33

The new head of MSNBC reportedly "would like MSNBC to be on better terms with Republicans." Here is what I promise you about Democracy Docket: It will never make nice with the GOP. It will stand up, not bow to Trump. It will not obey. Subscribe now:…

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Published: December 19, 2024 13:50

👀 "In free-wheeling conversations, the SpinCo boss has indicated to people that he does not want bomb throwing from hosts and commentators which might unnecessarily alienate Republicans and spawn bad press, I’m told." [contains quote post or other…

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Published: December 19, 2024 13:02

Once again, the courts largely rejected GOP attacks on our election systems. As imperfect as they are, at a time when Republics control the presidency and both chambers of Congress, the courts will remain the most powerful tool to prevent Trump from…

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Published: December 19, 2024 02:09

Tomorrow morning, Democracy Docket premium members will receive my latest about the how the calm post election certification process shows that In Trump’s America, there’s democracy only when he wins. Sign up to receive in your inbox.…

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Published: December 18, 2024 22:54

🚨BREAKING: After North Carolina’s election board rejected Jefferson Griffin’s bid to invalidate tens of thousands of votes, the GOP Supreme Court candidate is asking the state’s highest court — the court he’s seeking to join — to intervene.…

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Published: December 18, 2024 22:01

While the billionaires continue to normalize Trumpism, Democracy Docket remains fiercely independent, unapologetically pro-democracy to hold the next administration accountable. It will not back down. It will never obey. Support its work:…

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Published: December 18, 2024 18:50

"[O]nce it is determined that Members are acting within the ‘legitimate legislative sphere’ the Speech or Debate Clause is an absolute bar to interference." Eastland v. U.S. Servicemen’s Fund. [contains quote post or other embedded content]

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Published: December 18, 2024 14:06

Per @oliverdarcy.bsky.social: Speaking of cable news ratings, “Morning Joe” hit a 17-year-low in the advertiser coveted 25-54 demo on Monday, averaging only 38K viewers. Oof. BTW--his newsletter is well worth the cost. www.status.news

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Published: December 18, 2024 13:18

I stand by my explanation: In a social media post of his own, Marc E. Elias, a top lawyer for the Democratic Party, wrote: “Knee bent. Ring kissed. Another legacy news outlet chooses obedience.” [contains quote post or other embedded content]

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Published: December 18, 2024 02:47

Democracy Docket is not on Substack, so it does not benefit from that network effect. It's just another safeguard to ensure that it will remain fiercely independent of any corporate overlord. To support its work, becoming a free subscriber or paid member.…

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Published: December 18, 2024 00:34

Trump is a master at leveraging the legacy media’s need for news with his ability to provide access to it. He did this for years as a fixture on the New York scene and he continues it today. A weakened legacy media, with greater pressures on it, is simply…

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Published: December 18, 2024 00:15

For years, Trump and his allies have attacked democratic norms and institutions. The legacy media watched and did not take a side. Now, Trump is threatening to attack the legacy media and they are wondering why so few are rushing to take a side.

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Published: December 17, 2024 22:08

While many of Trump’s picks represent a grave threat to democracy and the lives and freedoms of millions of Americans, a handful of his most important nominees could play a direct role in the future of voting rights and access to the ballot over the next…

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Published: December 17, 2024 17:52

Not that all legacy media has given in to Trump. But enough have, including too many owners, that it affects the overall effectiveness of the industry. https://www.democracydocket.com/opinion/donald-trump-tamed-the-media-some-even-paid-for-the-privilege/

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Published: December 17, 2024 16:28

This morning Democracy Docket premium members received my Tuesday Tip-Sheet in their inbox. Here is an excerpt from "We Are on Our Own." Receive my complete thoughts and all Democracy Docket's free and premium content by joining today.…

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Published: December 17, 2024 14:06

NEW VIDEO: After months of playing politics--and only after Trump won--Republicans agreed to a bill that would create new federal judgeships to help alleviate case backlogs. I'm glad President Biden will not reward GOP gamesmanship. Watch and share.…

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Published: December 17, 2024 12:03

The legacy media is not just tamed. Some of its most prominent participants act like obedient puppies. They are at heel and have dutifully learned to come when called. Several of the billionaire owners have even paid for the privilege — cutting seven…

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Published: December 17, 2024 10:42

Since Trump won re-election — this time with the popular vote — many of the most influential people in America seem to have lost any will to stand up to him as he goes about transforming America into the sort of authoritarian oligarchy he admires. Call it…

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Published: December 17, 2024 01:39

Honestly, if I can stand up to Trump's bullying in court, shouldn't a multibillion dollar company be able to? Perhaps the difference is that I wear his scorn like a badge of honor and Disney is too frightened not to put on a stupid red hat. [contains…

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Published: December 16, 2024 23:49

A reminder of the choices I've made. "If, at some point in the future, Democracy Docket goes quiet or goes bankrupt, it will be because its subscribers and members have decided that it is no longer worth supporting. Until then, I can promise you, it will…

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Published: December 16, 2024 22:45

The margin between Democrats and Republicans in the House is so narrow that in 2026, even one district being redrawn could significantly impact the election. https://www.democracydocket.com/analysis/redistricting-cases-that-could-impact-the-2026-midterms/

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Published: December 16, 2024 22:24

"Kansas agreed to permanently stop enforcing a law that undermined the work of voter registration organizations by imposing criminal penalties on individuals whose actions could be construed as conduct that would be undertaken by an election official."…

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Published: December 16, 2024 20:30

🚨BREAKING: Court permanently BLOCKS Kansas voter suppression law that targeted voter registration organizations with potential criminal penalties for “false representation.” Congratulations to the Elias Law Group team, our clients and the voters of…

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Published: December 16, 2024 17:56

Notice the journalist steered the question to whether Trump would go after "other people with individual platforms, social media influencers" ie, independent media. Trump didn't take the bait and went straight after legacy media -"newspapers." Trump knows…

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Published: December 16, 2024 16:24

In public appearances in the week after the election, Bondi also made unfounded allegations about “evidence of cheating” and “fake ballots,” and in private huddles with other campaign advisers she discussed legal strategies to challenge the results.…

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Published: December 16, 2024 13:42

A must read by @stevenbeschloss.bsky.social. "Rather than fear that the opposition is weakened by these Americans who are bending down to Trump, they are saving us time by telling us that they are not up to the fight and we cannot count on them."…

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Published: December 15, 2024 23:33

Kudos to @oliverdarcy.bsky.social for saying this out loud: "While ABC News will get most of the heat for this, Bob Iger and the Disney executives ... are ultimately responsible. Like other business leaders, it’s evident they don’t want to be involved in a…

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Published: December 15, 2024 23:27

There are currently 193 voting and election cases pending in 40 states. They are nearly evenly split between pro-voting and anti-voting groups. Democracy remains on the docket. Thanks to Democracy Docket, you can track and review the cases yourself!…

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Published: December 15, 2024 17:16

I can't speak for others, but he's wrong about this Democratic lawyer. The incoming administration is betting that Democratic lawyers, environmental groups and civil libertarians have less money and appetite for drawn-out court fights than during the…

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Published: December 15, 2024 16:54

Bezos wanted to give $1 million to Trump...and he did. Zuckerberg wanted to give $1 million to Trump...and he did. Altman wanted to give $1 million to Trump...and he did. Disney has agreed to give $15 million to Trump...👀

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Published: December 15, 2024 15:39

By not having corporate ownership or other lines of business, independent media outlets are immune from the cross pressures created by a GOP willing to weaponize government. Democracy Docket has no interest in obtaining government contracts or favors.…

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Published: December 14, 2024 22:59

Now Is the Time for Courage. "So many who were so loud in warning about the dangers of Trump now speak only in whispers if at all. Media figures who claimed to be the bastion of protection for our democracy now make pilgrimages to temper Trump’s anger."…

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Published: December 14, 2024 22:08

The Choices I've Made. Since the election, other media figures and outlets have followed suit — each in their own way, each moving gradually towards obedience to Trump and then suddenly. As ratings and circulation rates suffer the financial risks do as…

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Published: December 14, 2024 21:56

We are beyond the inflection point with respect to corporate leaders and legacy media. The good news is that independent outlets like @thebulwark.bsky.social, @bolts.bsky.social, @moreperfectunion.bsky.social and @democracydocket.com are each, in their…

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Published: December 14, 2024 20:54

Knee bent. Ring kissed. Another legacy news outlet chooses obedience. A reminder, Democracy Docket is fiercely independent and unapologetically pro-democracy. It will not back down. It will not obey. Sign-up to support.…

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Published: December 14, 2024 17:43

If your goal is to support fearlessly independent, pro-democracy news, information and analysis, please consider becoming a Democracy Docket free subscriber or paid member today. https://www.democracydocket.com/me-subscribe-bsky/

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Published: December 14, 2024 17:21

New York Congressman Dan Goldman and I discuss how Trump’s proposed January 6 pardons would harm our justice system, political nominees, the implementation of Project 2025 and more. youtu.be/k0QDFO_zB1U https://youtu.be/k0QDFO_zB1U

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Published: December 14, 2024 15:01

We who support democracy and voting rights, we are on our own. We the lawyers who litigate these cases, we are on our own. DOJ is not going to be helpful. The best we can hope for is they stay out. So, this Holiday season, hug a lawyer!

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Published: December 14, 2024 13:17

Agree! And if a journalist reports on court pleadings that they obtained from @democracydocket.com's comprehensive database, a credit would be appreciated. www.democracydocket.com/cases/ [contains quote post or other embedded content]

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