Measuring the rule of law and where the US stacks up

Scripps News delves into key voter issues, focusing on democracy and the rule of law. The World Justice Project's report highlights global backsliding in rule of law, with the US ranking 26th. The Supreme Court ruled on presidential immunity, affecting Trump's legal proceedings. Elizabeth Anderson discusses the decline in US rule of law, emphasizing checks and balances. Globally, a recession in rule of law has been noted since 2016, exacerbated by the pandemic. Scripps News continues to cover these issues leading up to the presidential conventions.

What are the four principles that the World Justice Project uses to measure the rule of law?

How did President Biden respond to the Supreme Court ruling regarding former presidents' immunity?

What does the World Justice Project measure in its rule of law index?

How does the perception of ordinary citizens contribute to the rule of law index?

What role do elections play in a democracy according to the discussion?

What are some of the long-standing weaknesses in the US justice system mentioned in the report?

What trend has been observed in the rule of law globally since 2016?