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WHAT'S NEXT?: Society is expressing its discontent with current democratic processes that leave the elites struggling to convince their voters of their good intentions and competencies. Read on to see how democracy is offering both great opportunities and risks while this period of volatility shakes out.

• [New] Senator and a candidate for U.S Senate, raising concerns among civil society groups, legal advocates, and election integrity groups that manipulated content will become increasingly present and unsettling. / USA U.S. Senator Mark R. Warner
• [New] Proposed federal legislation such as the SAVE America Act could restrict universal mail voting and require proof of citizenship documents that Nevada does not routinely issue, which Aguilar warned would create administrative burdens for county clerks and pose added challenges for rural voters. RuralOrganizing
• [New] Still nursing fraud claims of a stolen 2028 election, a new generation of MAGA Republicans is passing new election administration laws, trying to lock in their power for at least a decade by making it even harder for Democratic constituencies to vote and have their votes counted. Undercurrent Events
• [New] In the next three to five years, everything will be more democratic, Fu concluded, so even an elementary student will be able to use AI to create a good piece of work. Deadline
• [New] The 2026 American midterm elections will be a critical test for the quality of elections, and democracy, in the United States. EurekAlert!
• [New] The double-engine narrative risks distorting electoral choices and undermining the principle of equal citizenship, which is essential for maintaining India's federal democracy. EduRev
• [New] Democrats should be expecting to make big gains in the US House in the 2026 election. 3Streams
• [New] India will continue to stand in support of a democratic, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh. The Guardian
• [New] As the USPS moves closer to a potential 5-day delivery schedule or the closure of underperforming rural post offices to save cash, the political debate over the universal service mandate is expected to reach a boiling point in the 2026 mid-term election cycle. / China The Chronicle-Journal
• [New] In America's highly polarized political environment, that small percentage could easily determine the result of an election. Salon.com
• [New] The Iranian people must have democratic rights and should have the opportunity to decide their own future. The NEN - North Edinburgh News
• [New] Legal experts and national security analysts are increasingly warning that AI-generated deepfakes could become one of the most destabilizing forces in modern politics, raising urgent questions about election integrity, free speech protections, and the limits of U.S. law. USA Herald - The People's Voice
• [New] The majority of America feels that democracy is under threat and see political violence as a major problem. The Guardian
• [New] Two Elections, Two Risk Profiles: Political Volatility and Travel Disruption in Thailand and Nepal Political uncertainty linked to elections in Nepal and the recently concluded vote in Thailand has influenced the travel risk environment across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. On Call International Blog
• [New] Lithuania's decision has sparked debate at home - as expected in a democratic society. European Pravda
• [New] Special attention will be given to the challenges for democracy in Central and Eastern Europe and the performance of hybrid or authoritarian regimes, particularly in light of the complex political context surrounding this year's host institution and ongoing student-led protests in Serbia. INSTITUTE FOR PHILOSOPHY AND SOCIAL THEORY
• [New] If Ukraine is not robustly supported in its reconstruction and development, the risks of democratic backsliding and regional instability, including economic and migration crises, extend far beyond its borders. CEPA
• [New] The weakening of democratic norms in the United States amplifies that risk. The National Interest
• Galuzin claimed that Ukraine will try to prevent Ukrainian citizens living in Russia from voting in a future Ukrainian election. Critical Threats
• Political attention will begin shifting toward the 2026 election cycle, as tomorrow officially marks the start of primary season in Texas, North Carolina, and Arkansas. JD Supra
• In the coming months, the U.S. Supreme Court will rule on a case that could weaken or overturn key parts of the Voting Rights Act - a Civil Rights-era law that protects the power of racial minorities to elect candidates of their choice. The Marshall Project
• Analysts warn the prolonged trial risks investor confidence, democratic norms, and could set precedents for silencing political opposition in Turkey. Ainvest

Last updated: 29 March 2026