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Voting Rights
In Texas, Racist Conspiracy Theories Fuel Suppression of Latino Voters
House candidate Cecilia Castellano tells Truthout Ken Paxton’s investigations into voter fraud are a “partisan attack.”
The Foundation Behind Project 2025 Manufactured Evidence of Voter Fraud
The Heritage Foundation has now resorted to unconscionable behavior that puts people at risk of harassment.
Texas AG Ken Paxton Sues County Over Its Efforts to Register More Voters
Paxton's lawsuit makes the baseless claim that the county's actions would encourage noncitizens to vote.
Democrats Sue to Halt Georgia Rules That Could Block Election Certification
The new rules allow election officials to conduct a “reasonable inquiry” before certifying election results.
VP Candidates Vance and Walz Offer Stark Contrast on Voting Rights
Walz signed bills expanding voting access, while Vance has argued parents should get more votes for their kids.
MN High Court Upholds Law Restoring Voting Rights to People Released From Prison
The court's decision “is great news for voters,” Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon said.
Nebraska May Strip Voting Rights From Thousands of People With Past Convictions
The state attorney general and secretary of state are refusing to recognize laws restoring voting rights to Nebraskans.
New Georgia Law Opens Door to Partisan Purging of Voter Rolls
The law allows challenges that will disenfranchise voters and prevent election workers from doing their jobs.
GOP Is Targeting Disabled Alabamians With Voting Restrictions
Under Alabama’s SB 1, people who assist voters with absentee ballot applications could face a 20-year prison sentence.
Disabled Voters Face Extra Obstacles to the Ballot Box
The vast majority of US polling locations are not fully accessible. Disabled activists are working to change that.