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Voter Suppression Laws Are Targeting Youth — But They Are Fighting Back
Youth voting blocs are so powerful that most schools have enough students to easily tip an election in key states.
Worsening Climate Change Could Make It Harder to Vote
State plans to manage the effects of extreme weather during elections are essential for democracy.
Activists Put Solitary Confinement on Ballot, But Local Elections Board Nixed It
In Pennsylvania, a referendum demonstrates the challenges that ballot initiatives can face from those in power.
Most Americans Back Reforms to Make Voting Easier, Poll Shows
Voters widely oppose restrictive measures like purging voter registration rolls, the poll found.
Georgia Officials Grapple With Frivolous Challenges From Election Deniers
A Georgia law allows people and groups to submit unlimited grievances related to matters of voter eligibility.
Black Voters Are Fighting Racial Gerrymandering in Louisiana
At every turn, a new tactic has been introduced to abridge some voters’ ability to participate in democracy.
New Restrictions Make Voting Harder for People Who Struggle to Read
One in five Americans struggles to read, and new laws may prevent them from getting the help they need to vote.
Michigan Probe Links Trump-Backed Attorney General Candidate to Voting Breach
The candidate and others orchestrated an illegal plan to access voting machines, according to the investigation.
Warren Introduces Bill That Would Allow 16 & 17 Year Olds to Preregister to Vote
The bill comes as support for mainstream party politicians like Joe Biden is falling among young voters.
Wisconsin State Supreme Court Rules Ballot Drop Boxes Are Illegal
Drop boxes that are currently installed will not be usable in next month's primary election races.