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Right-Wing Activists Are Pushing States to Use Their Voter Roll Purging Software
The software programs empower self-appointed activist “election investigators” to attempt to knock voters off the rolls.
Voter Turnout Surges in Swing States Impacted by Hurricane Helene
Researchers say the disaster relief process is likely influencing both how voters show up to vote and who they vote for.
Democrats Have Edge in Swing House Races, According to Election Forecasters
Democrats are running strong challengers in a handful of districts that could swing control of the House.
Voting Experts Fear Post-Election Chaos But Tout Resilience of Electoral System
Trump is expected to declare victory regardless of the results and blame the system if he loses.
This Anti-Abortion Billionaire Is Trying to Manipulate the Election for the GOP
Sean Fieler, a billionaire tied to Leonard Leo, is leading voter data companies that seek to help the GOP win elections.
Disabled People Still Face Barriers to Online Voter Registration in Most States
Shortcomings in web accessibility and other obstacles may disenfranchise 40.2 million eligible disabled US voters.
Supreme Court Upholds Republican Purge of Voter Rolls in Virginia
“The Supreme Court just ignored a key provision of the National Voter Registration Act,” a civil rights attorney said.
Anti-Trans Attacks Are a “Key Pillar” of the GOP, Journalist Says
Anti-trans issues act as an affinity point between paramilitary groups and the Republican Party, says Imara Jones.
Trump Doubled Down on Anti-Immigrant Speech — and Bounced Back in the Polls
The former president’s attempts to shift toward the political center this summer angered some far right supporters.
Anti-Abortion Centers Campaign Against Abortion Ballot Measures in 10 States
Because anti-abortion centers often resemble medical clinics, people may not always know about their political agenda.