Brennan Center for Justice
WebDefend Democracy. Reform Justice. Protect the Constitution. The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU Law works to build an America that is democratic, just, and free.
About Us | Brennan Center for Justice
WebThe Brennan Center for Justice is a nonpartisan law and policy institute. We strive to uphold the values of democracy. We stand for equal justice and the rule of law. We work to craft and advance reforms that will make American democracy work, for all.
Defending Free and Fair Elections in 2024 - Brennan Center for …
WebApr 19, 2024 · Defending Free and Fair Elections in 2024. The 2024 election poses a direct threat to American democracy and constitutional order. We face a powerful, coordinated plan to rig elections, target voters of color, and subvert results. We must strengthen the system to produce free, fair, trusted outcomes in this critical year.
Programs | Brennan Center for Justice
WebThe Justice Program advances data-driven, innovative, practical legal reforms; seeks new empirical analyses; crafts innovative policy solutions; and advances legislation and litigation in its efforts to end mass incarceration. Our view: We can end mass incarceration when the broad public understands that mass incarceration exists.
Our Issues | Brennan Center for Justice
WebThe United States has less than 5 percent of the world’s population, yet nearly 25 percent of its prisoners. Mass incarceration has crushing consequences — racial, economic, social — and it doesn’t make us safer. The Brennan Center creates innovative solutions, driven by data, to end mass incarceration.
Holding Leaders Accountable Is an Essential Feature of Democracy
Web3 days ago · If done right, however, holding top officials accountable when they commit serious misconduct is a hallmark of liberal democracy and essential for the rule of law. Trump is one of several world leaders currently facing criminal proceedings. In Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was indicted in 2019 for fraud, bribery, and breach of trust.
Our Work | Brennan Center for Justice
WebOur Work. As an independent, nonpartisan law and policy organization, the Brennan Center conducts rigorous research to identify problems and provide in-depth empirical findings and compelling analyses of pressing legal and policy issues. We also pioneer and champion policy solutions, such as automatic voter registration and small donor public ...
Mission & Impact | Brennan Center for Justice
WebThe Brennan Center for Justice works to build an America that is democratic, just, and free — for all. The Brennan Center for Justice is an independent, nonpartisan law and policy organization that works to reform, revitalize, and when necessary, defend our country’s systems of democracy and justice. Today, we are in a great fight for the ...
Census Reform | Brennan Center for Justice
WebCensus Reform. The law governing the decennial census is long overdue for comprehensive reform. The Brennan Center fights for systemic legislative change to ensure future censuses are more accurate, equitable, and legitimate. Antwon McMullen/Shutterstock. Gerrymandering & Fair Representation. A Fair & Accurate Census. Overview. Work & …
2021 Annual Report | Brennan Center for Justice
WebDemocracy. Justice. Equality. The rule of law. These fundamental American values face grave threats, and in 2021, the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law fought back.
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