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Indeed it has been said that democracy is the worst form of Government except for all those other forms that have been tried from time to time. Churchill 1947
Weak autocracies are far more common than strong autocracies. They are also often far more dangerous and damaging than strong autocracies. Never take hope from an autocrat’s weakness. Instead, prepare for the worst. A 🧵 based on 2 of my books: (1/N)
This is a great side-by-side comparison from John Johnson at Marquette U. Upshots: - It’s possible for a map to be contiguous, minimize splits, and have partisan balance (17-16 Senate, 50-49 Assembly) - Governor Evers & Law Forward have some talented map-drawers law.marquette.edu/facultyblog/...
Barry Burden@bcburden.bsky.social · 3y agoSuper summary of the proposed maps in Wisconsin from @jdjmke.bsky.social. Dems get closer to parity in most of the Assembly maps than I expected. There will be many new members elected regardless because incumbents are being jostled. law.marquette.edu/facultyblog/...
A tense new Jan. 6 video shows Republican congressmen admonishing rioters trying to enter House chamber. From Ryan J. Reilly www.nbcnews.com/politics/jus...