Best Democratic Backsliding Newsletters in 2026

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

Analysis and criticism of the antiliberal right, social-justice progressivism, and cultural topics

Likely audience: political analysts

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: The article examines how far-right populists in Alberta are undermining democratic norms through rule changes and gerrymandering rather than expanding their appeal, arguing that principled conservatives must defend inst…

Likely audience: political scientists

SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 30 days ago

From recent posts: Plain Sight publishes in-depth articles on political science, psychology, economics, and technology, targeting an audience interested in systemic analysis and intellectual theory. The publication consistently blends…

Likely audience: Policy analysts

SubstackMonthly or less · last post 40 days ago

From recent posts: Rachel Kleinfeld's newsletter publishes essays on democratic backsliding, federal budget cuts, and social cohesion strategies for a policy and advocacy audience. The publication mixes academic research summaries…

Likely audience: policy analysts

SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

The best writing about and from Latin America

Likely audience: Political scientists

SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: André Fran publishes political analysis on democratic backsliding and Brazilian elections, targeting readers interested in constitutional reform and political ethics. The content mixes long-form essays examining…

Likely audience: Political analysts