Tomás Daly - Call me Tom
@democracytalk.bsky.social
We can renew democracy by re-thinking democracy. I wear 4 hats:
Director, Demoptimism Project http://demoptimism.org // Professor, Melbourne Law School // Director, Electoral Regulation Research Network // Convenor, Constitution Transformation Network
Director, Demoptimism Project http://demoptimism.org // Professor, Melbourne Law School // Director, Electoral Regulation Research Network // Convenor, Constitution Transformation Network
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Designing Resilient Institutions: Countering Democratic Backsliding in Asia
This regional report on Asia applies the globally informed framework developed in International IDEA’s 2023 report Designing Resistance: Democratic Institutions and the Threat of Backsliding. Through case studies examining eight countries—India, Indonesia, Mongolia, the Philippines, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan and Thailand—the report
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⚡ LAUNCH - REPORT: COUNTERING DEMOCRATIC BACKSLIDING IN ASIA
With the global conversation dominated by the US and Europe, democratic challenges across Asia require far more attention. Today @internationalidea.bsky.social has published my regional report.
➡️ Access here: doi.org/10.31752/ide...
With the global conversation dominated by the US and Europe, democratic challenges across Asia require far more attention. Today @internationalidea.bsky.social has published my regional report.
➡️ Access here: doi.org/10.31752/ide...
Effective summary of a study finding that Reform UK’s supporters are a very diverse and fragile coalition whose defining shared trait is a collapse in the belief that mainstream parties can improve their lives
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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The real Reform voters have been revealed – it’s a slapdash coalition Farage will struggle to hold together | Aditya Chakrabortty
This is no single bloc marching under one ideology, or even a mass of ‘red-wall’ voters. What unites them is a desire for something different, says Guardian columnist Aditya Chakrabortty
www.theguardian.com
November 13, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Effective summary of a study finding that Reform UK’s supporters are a very diverse and fragile coalition whose defining shared trait is a collapse in the belief that mainstream parties can improve their lives
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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🚨BREAKING: In a case with major implications for voting access, the U.S. Supreme Court will soon decide whether a mail-in ballot must be received by Election Day to count, or if it merely must be sent by then. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
SCOTUS to Hear GOP Lawsuit That Could Radically Restrict Mail Voting
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
November 10, 2025 at 2:35 PM
🚨BREAKING: In a case with major implications for voting access, the U.S. Supreme Court will soon decide whether a mail-in ballot must be received by Election Day to count, or if it merely must be sent by then. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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Like you I am celebrating Tuesday's victories. However, my job is not to sugarcoat things and tell you it's all fixed. It is to warning about what to expect next and fight back.
That is why I wrote this and why I hope you read and share. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/what...
That is why I wrote this and why I hope you read and share. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/what...
What Comes Next After the 2025 Elections
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
November 6, 2025 at 2:43 AM
Like you I am celebrating Tuesday's victories. However, my job is not to sugarcoat things and tell you it's all fixed. It is to warning about what to expect next and fight back.
That is why I wrote this and why I hope you read and share. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/what...
That is why I wrote this and why I hope you read and share. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/what...
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NBC's new poll say the most important issue for deciding who to support for Congress is: "Protecting constitutional rights/protecting democracy."
If you agree, I suggest you subscribe the news outlet that focuses like a laser on just that. Sign up for Democracy Docket today. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
If you agree, I suggest you subscribe the news outlet that focuses like a laser on just that. Sign up for Democracy Docket today. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
November 2, 2025 at 2:42 PM
NBC's new poll say the most important issue for deciding who to support for Congress is: "Protecting constitutional rights/protecting democracy."
If you agree, I suggest you subscribe the news outlet that focuses like a laser on just that. Sign up for Democracy Docket today. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
If you agree, I suggest you subscribe the news outlet that focuses like a laser on just that. Sign up for Democracy Docket today. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
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Two Illinois National Guard soldiers refuse to comply with dictator Trump's plans to use the military against US citizens: "I won't turn on my neighbors." Portland activist Angela Baker packs 20 minutes of news into 10 minutes of video.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaRz...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaRz...
2 Illinois Guard Members refuse to comply with Tr*mp orders. "I won't turn on my neighbors."
YouTube video by Parkrose Permaculture
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October 29, 2025 at 6:15 AM
Two Illinois National Guard soldiers refuse to comply with dictator Trump's plans to use the military against US citizens: "I won't turn on my neighbors." Portland activist Angela Baker packs 20 minutes of news into 10 minutes of video.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaRz...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaRz...
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The 9th Cir opinion and the Chicago case in the Sup Ct are HUGE--if through principles of deference they green-light Trump, he's off to the autocratic races. Catch my special youtube www.youtube.com/@TalkingFeds & harrylitman.substack.com/Substack live w/ @klasfeldreports.com that lay out the stakes
Talking Feds with Harry Litman
Welcome to Talking Feds! Talking Feds is a roundtable discussion that brings together prominent former government officials, journalists, and special guests for a dynamic and in-depth analysis of the ...
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October 20, 2025 at 9:41 PM
The 9th Cir opinion and the Chicago case in the Sup Ct are HUGE--if through principles of deference they green-light Trump, he's off to the autocratic races. Catch my special youtube www.youtube.com/@TalkingFeds & harrylitman.substack.com/Substack live w/ @klasfeldreports.com that lay out the stakes
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The Trump regime’s constant onslaught of cruelty and mounting threats can be scary and demoralizing. That’s their intent.
But the people won’t bow down. On Saturday, we’re gonna speak out on a grander scale than Trump has ever seen. Find a peaceful protest: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i... #NoKings
But the people won’t bow down. On Saturday, we’re gonna speak out on a grander scale than Trump has ever seen. Find a peaceful protest: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i... #NoKings
October 17, 2025 at 12:00 AM
The Trump regime’s constant onslaught of cruelty and mounting threats can be scary and demoralizing. That’s their intent.
But the people won’t bow down. On Saturday, we’re gonna speak out on a grander scale than Trump has ever seen. Find a peaceful protest: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i... #NoKings
But the people won’t bow down. On Saturday, we’re gonna speak out on a grander scale than Trump has ever seen. Find a peaceful protest: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i... #NoKings
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Tomorrow is a critical day for democracy in court. Compare how the Washington Post framed it vs Democracy Docket.
Right now, fearless, pro-democracy media is more important than legacy media platitudes. Sign up now to say informed. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
Right now, fearless, pro-democracy media is more important than legacy media platitudes. Sign up now to say informed. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
October 15, 2025 at 1:51 AM
Tomorrow is a critical day for democracy in court. Compare how the Washington Post framed it vs Democracy Docket.
Right now, fearless, pro-democracy media is more important than legacy media platitudes. Sign up now to say informed. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
Right now, fearless, pro-democracy media is more important than legacy media platitudes. Sign up now to say informed. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
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By contemporary far-right standards, this is rare good news for democracy.
Far right fizzles in Portugal’s local elections
Chega failed to conquer any major cities but is set to receive three times as many votes as in 2021.
www.politico.eu
October 13, 2025 at 12:22 PM
By contemporary far-right standards, this is rare good news for democracy.
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Yesterday I was told that the class I’m scheduled to teach this month, Confronting Oppression & Injustice, is no longer part of our curriculum. This is a required class yet there was no discussion, no faculty vote, just an email saying the class no longer exists. This is what it’s like in Texas now.
October 11, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Yesterday I was told that the class I’m scheduled to teach this month, Confronting Oppression & Injustice, is no longer part of our curriculum. This is a required class yet there was no discussion, no faculty vote, just an email saying the class no longer exists. This is what it’s like in Texas now.
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In this video I run through all of the big voting and democracy cases the Supreme Court will hear this term and what we need to be watching for. youtu.be/0iKo6YdLxhA
Supreme Court's SHOCKING New Agenda Revealed!
YouTube video by Democracy Docket
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October 11, 2025 at 3:31 PM
In this video I run through all of the big voting and democracy cases the Supreme Court will hear this term and what we need to be watching for. youtu.be/0iKo6YdLxhA
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One week from right now, millions of Americans will gather in every state for the biggest day of peaceful protest in American history. Join your local No Kings Day event to make it clear that We The People won’t cower in response to Trump’s authoritarian takeover: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i...
October 11, 2025 at 12:53 PM
One week from right now, millions of Americans will gather in every state for the biggest day of peaceful protest in American history. Join your local No Kings Day event to make it clear that We The People won’t cower in response to Trump’s authoritarian takeover: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i...
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No one is covering the GOP's scheme to rig congressional maps for 2026 as closely as Democracy Docket. It is providing gavel to gavel coverage of the ongoing hearing over whether the Texas gerrymander will be in place for the midterms.
Support its work by subscribing now. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
Support its work by subscribing now. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
October 9, 2025 at 1:47 AM
No one is covering the GOP's scheme to rig congressional maps for 2026 as closely as Democracy Docket. It is providing gavel to gavel coverage of the ongoing hearing over whether the Texas gerrymander will be in place for the midterms.
Support its work by subscribing now. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
Support its work by subscribing now. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
⚡️ NEW WORKING PAPER
Can constitutional courts resist autocracies on the rise worldwide? What factors boost or impede their resilience? These are the questions addressed by this NB new Demoptimism Working Paper by Gábor Halmai, Ágnes Kovács and Max Steuer
➡️ www.demoptimism.org/working-paper-series
Can constitutional courts resist autocracies on the rise worldwide? What factors boost or impede their resilience? These are the questions addressed by this NB new Demoptimism Working Paper by Gábor Halmai, Ágnes Kovács and Max Steuer
➡️ www.demoptimism.org/working-paper-series
October 9, 2025 at 4:31 AM
⚡️ NEW WORKING PAPER
Can constitutional courts resist autocracies on the rise worldwide? What factors boost or impede their resilience? These are the questions addressed by this NB new Demoptimism Working Paper by Gábor Halmai, Ágnes Kovács and Max Steuer
➡️ www.demoptimism.org/working-paper-series
Can constitutional courts resist autocracies on the rise worldwide? What factors boost or impede their resilience? These are the questions addressed by this NB new Demoptimism Working Paper by Gábor Halmai, Ágnes Kovács and Max Steuer
➡️ www.demoptimism.org/working-paper-series
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Remember, it was the Washington Post who gave Bondi a thumbs up to be confirmed. Democracy Docket made clear from day one that she was an election denying sycophant.
No surprise at their coverage of today. Support independent, pro-democracy media today. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
No surprise at their coverage of today. Support independent, pro-democracy media today. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
October 7, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Remember, it was the Washington Post who gave Bondi a thumbs up to be confirmed. Democracy Docket made clear from day one that she was an election denying sycophant.
No surprise at their coverage of today. Support independent, pro-democracy media today. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
No surprise at their coverage of today. Support independent, pro-democracy media today. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
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Czech Election: Babis’s Search for Majority Puts Fringe Parties in Driver’s Seat
https://www.byteseu.com/1424200/
The populist ANO party, led by billionaire Andrej Babis, won the recent Czech election with 34.5% of the votes but did not secure a majority. This leaves ANO needing coalition …
https://www.byteseu.com/1424200/
The populist ANO party, led by billionaire Andrej Babis, won the recent Czech election with 34.5% of the votes but did not secure a majority. This leaves ANO needing coalition …
Czech Election: Babis's Search for Majority Puts Fringe Parties in Driver's Seat - Bytes Europe
The populist ANO party, led by billionaire Andrej Babis, won the recent Czech election with 34.5% of the votes but did not secure a majority. This leaves ANO
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October 6, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Czech Election: Babis’s Search for Majority Puts Fringe Parties in Driver’s Seat
https://www.byteseu.com/1424200/
The populist ANO party, led by billionaire Andrej Babis, won the recent Czech election with 34.5% of the votes but did not secure a majority. This leaves ANO needing coalition …
https://www.byteseu.com/1424200/
The populist ANO party, led by billionaire Andrej Babis, won the recent Czech election with 34.5% of the votes but did not secure a majority. This leaves ANO needing coalition …
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"Members of the far-right Patriots for Europe group are celebrating the victory of populist right-winger Andrej Babiš and his ANO party in the Czech parliamentary elections." www.politico.eu/article/patr...
Patriots for Europe group rejoices over Babiš victory
Members of the far-right European Parliament group are ecstatic over the big win by the populist tycoon in Czech elections.
www.politico.eu
October 6, 2025 at 2:07 AM
"Members of the far-right Patriots for Europe group are celebrating the victory of populist right-winger Andrej Babiš and his ANO party in the Czech parliamentary elections." www.politico.eu/article/patr...
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This federal judge appointed by President Trump found his claims of “chaos“ in Portland, Oregon “untethered to the facts.“
October 5, 2025 at 1:57 PM
This federal judge appointed by President Trump found his claims of “chaos“ in Portland, Oregon “untethered to the facts.“
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🚨NEW FROM TEXAS REDISTRICTING HEARING🚨
“They achieved those partisan objectives by focusing on race,” Matt Barreto, a political science professor with the UCLA Voting Rights Project, told the court Saturday. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
“They achieved those partisan objectives by focusing on race,” Matt Barreto, a political science professor with the UCLA Voting Rights Project, told the court Saturday. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
Texas Gerrymander Was Drawn ‘Focusing on Race,’ Expert Tells Court
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
October 5, 2025 at 1:44 PM
🚨NEW FROM TEXAS REDISTRICTING HEARING🚨
“They achieved those partisan objectives by focusing on race,” Matt Barreto, a political science professor with the UCLA Voting Rights Project, told the court Saturday. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
“They achieved those partisan objectives by focusing on race,” Matt Barreto, a political science professor with the UCLA Voting Rights Project, told the court Saturday. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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Barbra Streisand is joining Jane Fonda and 600+ entertainment figures in re-launching the Committee for the First Amendment. Fonda announced the revival of the organization, initially founded by her father, Henry Fonda. The organization was founded in the 1940s to defend free speech against fascism.
October 2, 2025 at 3:26 AM
Barbra Streisand is joining Jane Fonda and 600+ entertainment figures in re-launching the Committee for the First Amendment. Fonda announced the revival of the organization, initially founded by her father, Henry Fonda. The organization was founded in the 1940s to defend free speech against fascism.
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How it started.... How it's going ....
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October 1, 2025 at 5:19 PM
How it started.... How it's going ....
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What’s your favourite symbol of liberation?
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/s...
#democracy #protest #liberation
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/s...
#democracy #protest #liberation
‘A symbol of liberation’: how the One Piece manga flag became the symbol of Asia’s gen Z protest movement
Carried by a band of pirates that stand up to corrupt and repressive rulers, the meaning of the One Piece flag has resonated across borders
www.theguardian.com
September 24, 2025 at 12:21 PM
What’s your favourite symbol of liberation?
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/s...
#democracy #protest #liberation
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/s...
#democracy #protest #liberation
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Cleta Mitchell thinks President Donald Trump may declare a national emergency to allow him to take control of national elections.
Her comments will add to growing concern that Trump is plotting a way to use his power over the military and federal law enforcement to rig next year’s vote.
Her comments will add to growing concern that Trump is plotting a way to use his power over the military and federal law enforcement to rig next year’s vote.
Cleta Mitchell Thinks Trump Will Use Emergency Powers to Take Control of Elections
Read more here.
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September 21, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Cleta Mitchell thinks President Donald Trump may declare a national emergency to allow him to take control of national elections.
Her comments will add to growing concern that Trump is plotting a way to use his power over the military and federal law enforcement to rig next year’s vote.
Her comments will add to growing concern that Trump is plotting a way to use his power over the military and federal law enforcement to rig next year’s vote.
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After Charlie Kirk's shooting, X's Grok and Google's AI Overviews spread false claims. Varsha Bansal explores how misinformation is laundered by AI during breaking news, and the challenges of moderating and regulating AI systems.
What Does It Take To Moderate AI Overviews? | TechPolicy.Press
After Charlie Kirk's shooting, X's Grok and Google's AI Overviews spread false claims, raising urgent concerns about AI moderation, reports Varsha Bansal.
www.techpolicy.press
September 22, 2025 at 12:28 PM
After Charlie Kirk's shooting, X's Grok and Google's AI Overviews spread false claims. Varsha Bansal explores how misinformation is laundered by AI during breaking news, and the challenges of moderating and regulating AI systems.