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Voter Suppression
Suppressing Voter Turnout: What’s in a Name?
It is critical for those who proffer "Making America Great Again," to erect obstacles that discourage the participation of Asians, Latinos and Black people.
Disenfranchised by Misinformation: Victoria Law on the Millions Who Can Vote — but Might Not Know It
Across the nation, almost 6 million people are prohibited from voting as a result of state felony disenfranchisement laws.
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Disenfranchised by Misinformation: Many Americans Are Allowed to Vote but Don’t Know It
Most states do not permanently disenfranchise former prisoners, but lack of information keeps people from voting.
Democrats Sue Trump and GOP Under 1871 KKK Act for Threatening Voters of Color
Trump has repeatedly urged his supporters to monitor polling booths on Election Day.
How Republicans Game the Concept of Democracy Through Disenfranchisement
Voter disenfranchisement is just one of the techniques Republicans have employed to undermine democracy.
Are the Republicans Looking Toward Only Allowing Property Owners to Vote?
Some on the right simply reject the notion that more people voting is in itself a sign of civic health.
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Democracy Deferred: Ohio Removes Anti-Fracking Measures From County Ballots
Pre-election lawsuits and administrative wrangling to prevent local-level voting on issues are becoming the norm.
Polling Places in Police Stations? Why Civil Rights Groups Are Still Fighting for Voting Rights
Like too much of this campaign season, the debate over voting rights is steeped in partisan politics and racism.
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As Trump Conjures the Voter Fraud Boogeyman, Voter Suppression Is the Real Issue
This November will be the first presidential election since Shelby v. Holder, which did away with the Voting Rights Act.
How Oregon Became the Easiest Place to Vote in the US
The state registers voters automatically at the DMV and then sends them ballots in the mail.