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StatesRise explores how state constitutions and state and local institutions can protect human rights. Browse original StatesRise commentary and work published by outside outlets.

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When Protecting Voter Records, State Constitutions Matter

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To Protect Rights Under Assault, Turn to the States

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Use Jiu-Jitsu to Fight the Trump Administration

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States Take the Lead in Trying to Remove Big Money from Politics

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Commentary and analysis by StatesRise’s co-founders published by outside outlets.

To Protect Human Rights, Look to State Constitutions

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America’s Founders Rejected Federal Police Force 250 Years Ago

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Contradicting the Founders

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Why Trump Can’t Federalize Baltimore Law Enforcement

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