Defending Democracy with Marc Elias
Democracy DocketEvery week, election lawyer Marc Elias interviews lawmakers, policy leaders and changemakers about the problems facing our democracy and how we fix them.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 268 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNews | |||
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[11:35 AM]Less than two months before Election Day, Democracy Docket founder Marc Elias lays out Donald Trump's blueprint to rig the 2026 midterms. An executive order could put the U.S. Postal Service in charge of deciding whether mail-in ballots get... more
Marc Elias sits down with Skye Perryman, President and CEO of Democracy Forward, for a wide-ranging conversation on the state of democracy under the second Trump administration.
A bombshell whistleblower complaint, submitted to Sen. Richard Blumenthal's office, reveals that the U.S. Postal Service allegedly kept building a new system to restrict mail-in ballots even after federal courts ordered it to stop it. Democracy Docke... more
With just over 60 days until the midterms, Donald Trump is still trying to weaponize the U.S. Postal Service against mail-in voters. Democracy Docket founder Marc Elias breaks down the legal fight playing out in federal courts in Massachusetts and Wa... more
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Apple Podcasts5pbstainedglass
United States2 months ago - Invaluable info
Marc is the best! He breaks it all down, the info that he shares is really important. He fights for all of us!
Apple Podcasts5TaralaineeUnited States3 months ago - Marc Elias is the best!
Thanks for the continuing great information defending our democracy.
Apple Podcasts5CooperDemi1234United States4 months ago - You missed the headline!
I love you! I do appreciate the work you’re doing. I could listen to your passion all day! But, your episode with Hakeem Jeffries missed a big opportunity. As leader of the DCCC they are meddling and interfering in state elections where progressive candidates are wanted and needed. Jeffries is NOT the leader for this fight. He’s too in bed with large $$.
Apple Podcasts3Maitri PatriUnited States4 months ago - Keeping me informed
Marc Elias and his team are doing amazing work to keep us informed in a very clear and concise manner. Thank you for all that you do!
Apple Podcasts5tiagrantUnited States4 months ago
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This show centers on the legal and policy battles shaping democracy, with a focus on voting rights, election administration, and accountability. Episodes typically unpack court decisions, legislative attempts to curb or expand access to the ballot, and practical steps for listeners to stay informed and engaged. A standout throughline is treating Democracy Docket as a practical watchdog and resource for understanding how law, courts, and policy intersect to defend or threaten democratic processes. The program often features high-profile guests and rapid-fire analysis that translates complex legal concepts into actionable takeaways for practitioners, advocates, and curious citizens.
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