There have long been numerous restrictions on voting rights in several deep-red and polarized states that increase the cost of voting.
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.
Disabled Voters Struggle As States Enforce Restrictive Voting Laws
Americans with disabilities say state efforts to tighten voting laws are making it harder for eligible voters like them to cast their ballots.
New Website With Accessible Voting Options In Every State
A user-friendly website featuring accessible voting options in every state has been released by the Center for Civic Design.
How To Vote: A Quick And Easy Guide
Every citizen has the right to vote and language should not be a barrier. A new guide tells you about your right to ask for help.
How To Fix America’s Confusing Voting System
There are tested solutions to improve the voting system and allow millions more people to cast ballots, including those who can’t read.
2022: Year Of Radical Change For Camp Lejeune Justice
Indiana has been a purple state dominated and oppressed by Republicans who stack every deck in their own favor, all three branches.
DOJ Sues Arizona Over Proof Of Citizenship Voter Law
The DOJ has filed a lawsuit against the state of Arizona seeking to stop a law that requires citizenship proof to vote in federal elections.
Feds: Arizona Could Face Lawsuit Over Voter ID Law
Arizona’s statute requiring proof of citizenship to cast a vote in a presidential election is being challenged in court by Biden’s administration.
US State Institutions and Democratic Opportunity
State-level institutions offer democratic opportunity than federal ones. They readily give majorities a chance to rule on equal terms.
Can American Democracy Have Nice Things?
Universal voting would be the surest way to protect against voter suppression and the active disenfranchisement of a large share of our citizens.