laudolff.1@osu.edu - Democratic Erosion

A Decade of Erosion Paints an Unfortunate Picture for Indonesian Democracy as Subianto Takes Office

As of October 20, 2024, Indonesia has a new president. Prabowo Subianto’s political history is anything but ordinary, as he was able to assume the highest office despite his past involvement with...

Polarization is Here, and You Can Find It on Your College Campus

Ohio State University

Signs of polarization are everywhere, including in your classroom and student organizations. A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to attend a meeting of Ohio State University’s College Democrats...

Trump v. United States: What Could This Mean for Democracy in the United States?

Ohio State University

“With fear for our democracy, I dissent.” It is July 1, 2024, and the Supreme Court of the United States ruled on the case Trump v. United States. Liberals, like Justice Sonia Sotomayor of the above...