Thanks in part to its progressive history, Massachusetts can act as a lab for a game-changing idea: requiring every citizen to vote.
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.
Policy to Advance Good Faith Election Observation
Election observers and challengers are a minor but important part of the complex system of collective governance in the United States.
NY Changing Election System Amidst Focus On Voting Rights
New York lawmakers rallied for voting rights Thursday on the anniversary of the Capitol riot by supporters of Trump’s big lie.
New Law Allows Noncitizens To Vote In NYC
800,000+ noncitizens and “Dreamers” in New York City will now be allowed to vote after the city’s mayor allowed new legislation Sunday.
Schumer Vows Senate Rules Change If Voting Bill Is Blocked
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y. has vowed to change Senate rules if the GOP once more blocks the voting rights bill.
6 In 10 Americans Say U.S. Democracy Is In Crisis
A year after the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol on a new NPR/Ipsos survey reveals that Americans are worried about democracy’s future.
2 Voting Rights Specialists Appointed to Appeals Courts
President Biden has appointed specialists in voting rights to two U.S. appellate courts. Myrna Perez was approved by the Senate in October.
Urban Democracy Crisis
Solutions exist to low urban turnout that have proven effective in cities and states that have recognized the issue as a crisis.
Only A New Voting Rights Act Can Preserve Our Democracy
We are in a new chapter in which African Americans’ civil rights are being threatened, and only a new voting rights act can save democracy.
Students Go On Hunger Strike To Push For Voting Rights
Students assembled outside the White House to participate in a hunger strike to push for the passing of the Freedom to Vote Act