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Yom Kippur Is About Rejecting the Status Quo — and Vowing to Change It
On Yom Kippur, let’s vow to work toward abolishing white supremacy and misogyny.
Compromise Bill on Voting Rights Includes Disenfranchising Voter ID Requirements
The bill has very little chance of being passed as Republicans are almost certain to filibuster it.
Biden Says He Will Push Senate on Filibuster Reform Over Voting Rights
Joe Biden has told Democratic leadership in Congress that he’s ready to make calls campaigning for filibuster reform.
Abbott Signs Voter Suppression Law, Making It Even Harder to Vote in Texas
The law restricts all methods of voting responsible for the record turnout last year, especially among nonwhite voters.
Louisiana Activists Mobilize to Prevent “Shock Doctrine” Policies in Wake of Ida
Mutual aid efforts can be paired with fights against the powerful systems that must be overcome.
Texas GOP Passes Sweeping Voter Suppression Law: “This Is How Democracy Dies”
Gov. Greg Abbott has said he will sign the bill outlawing drive-through and 24-hour voting into law.
John Lewis Voting Rights Bill Passes House With Zero Republican Votes
If made into law, the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act could help stem the tide of GOP voter suppression laws.
If California Governor Is Replaced With Republican, Senate Could Swing to GOP
Gavin Newsom's replacement with a Republican could change the balance of power in the U.S. Senate.
MLK’s Family and Civil Rights Leaders Call for Voting Rights March on Washington
A mass march on August 28 will call on Senate Democrats to ditch the filibuster and pass voting rights legislation.
Biden’s Call for “Out-Organizing” Voter Suppression Is Insulting, Say Activists
Progressives have criticized the administration for putting the onus on largely Black and Brown voting rights groups.