Disability community is one of the largest groups of voters in the United States. In 2016, 16 million people with disabilities participated in the election.
Voter Access articles on Democracy Chronicles
This section of DC focuses on voter access: a vitally important aspect of democracy concerned with ease of voting and the various barriers in the way. Voter ID, Compulsory Voting and Felon Voting are just some of the hot button issues highlighted here. Also see our sections on American democracy and Money Politics.
Utah Voter Turnout Jumps From 45th In Country To 13th In 4 Years
Voter turnout in Utah vaulted from 45th in the country to 13th in the course of four years, according to the Pew Charitable Trusts.
NY Democrats Consider Automatic Voter Registration Proposals
Democrats in the state Senate are taking another step towards making it easier for New Yorkers to vote after passing a series of sweeping voter reforms.
Texas Poised to Make Voting ‘Harder, Scarier and More Confusing’
A bill raising criminal penalties for certain election-related offenses and imposing new voting restrictions cleared a major hurdle Friday.
Voter Fraud Crusade of Wife of Supreme Court‘s Clarence Thomas
Ginni Thomas, the conservative activist and wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, wanted to “target” the “most questionable”.
Happy Birthday to an Important Voting Rights Protection
Twenty-six years ago today, President Clinton signed into law the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) of 1993, the second piece of legislation he signed.
Does NYC’s Early Voting Plan Favor White, Affluent Voters?
An analysis from three advocacy groups shows New York City’s plan for early voting in 2020 national elections is grossly inadequate .
Indiana’s Unconstitutional Absentee Ballot Signature Match Rejections
Common Cause Indiana and others filed suit on Secretary of State Connie,members of St. Joseph County Election Board for rejecting outright absentee ballots.
How to Ensure Everyone Can Vote In Their Pajamas
We do everything online from sharing baby pictures (eating first carrots!) to finding our dream vacation, to banking. We want voting to be just as easy.
New Nevada Law Improves Access to Polling Locations on Tribal Lands
Governor Steve Sisolak has signed a bill into law that removes barriers to voting on Native American reservations and colonies.