Editorial: Why 2026 May Be Democracy's Most Important Year
American democracy faces unprecedented challenges in 2026. Election denialism, institutional erosion, and political polarization threaten the foundations of self-governance. Citizens must rise to defend democratic norms.
Democracy at a crossroads
The Stakes
Democratic backsliding is no longer a hypothetical concern. Election administration has been politicized. Violent rhetoric has become normalized. Trust in institutions has collapsed.
What Must Change
Leaders must reject election denialism unequivocally. Media must distinguish between legitimate disagreement and antidemocratic extremism. Citizens must engage civically beyond partisan tribalism.
Hope Remains
Democracy has survived crises before. But survival requires active defense. Every citizen has a role in ensuring 2026 strengthens rather than weakens self-governance.
2026 editorial urges defending American democracy against election denial, institutional erosion, and political polarization.
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