Rev. Terry Kyllo argues that election trust comes from transparency, audits and fixing mistakes, urging Americans to volunteer and help strengthen democracy.
A columnist argues that separating church and state protects both democracy and religion, making the case that secular government allows faith to flourish.
If the future of the American dream is to survive, her people need to reaquaint themselves with the culture of civility and honesty. Then, they need to clash against disinformation, social media influencers, and more.
"Beyond the ballot box spectacle: How active citizen engagement fuels democracy year-round through advocacy, accountability, and community action—not just during election seasons.
Amid overwhelming news and political anger, a rescue puppy teaches the author the power of patience and persistence in the fight for democracy, without letting frustration consume them.
Will 2024 be the year our democracy died in the twilight of disinformation? We face tough electoral choices. We must decide what direction our nation will take. Will the light of truth guide us to all truth, or will democracy flounder and die in darkness?
If we wish to maintain our democratic republic, voting is crucial. Understanding the issues and the candidates is important for each of us if we want to be responsible citizens being governed by the same principles we hold dear.