A surprisingly good year of progress in state felon voting rights has enfranchised thousands
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.
The Super Tuesday Voter ID Controversy
On Super Tuesday voter ID kept thousands from participating in the election, maybe more
Navajo Nation Fights Utah Mail-Only Ballot Law
Argument is that unwritten Navajo language leaves them at disadvantage in mail-only ballot system
Veteran ID of Iwo Jima Vet Not Valid Under Wisconsin Voter ID
When a 90-yr old WWII vet of Iwo Jima battle can’t use veteran ID to vote, something has to change
The Fight to Vote is America’s Most Important Crisis
Michael Waldman is the author of Fight to Vote about the pressing need for election reforms
Voter ID Podcast Examines Impact on Minority Voting
Harris County USA releases expert discussion in voter ID podcast showing minorities bear cost
Proposal Seeks New York City Non-Resident Voting
Strong opposition is likely for bill seeking to legalize New York City non-resident voting
Kansas Voter Registration to Get a Bit Easier
Registering to be simpler for the average Kansas voter if this pending lawsuit is successful
VIDEO: John Oliver Explains Voting Restrictions
Comedian explains ongoing disaster of voting restrictions on HBO’s Last Week Tonight
Future of Voter ID Determined by This Year’s Election
Many states will be deciding on the future of voter ID laws during the crucial 2016 vote