This is the first column in “Democratic Resuscitation,” a series exploring and advocating for key reforms to our democratic institutions in the United States in order to give voice to all Americans. This...

This is the third column in “Democracy Do-Over,” a weekly series exploring and making the case for improvements in how we elect public servants and ensure effective representation by all levels of...

Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl endorsed Steve Hagerty — a businessman who has pledged to build on her legacy — as her successor Tuesday. Hagerty, who has lived in Evanston for 17 years, said he...