Despite high voter turnout in last month’s election, the racial turnout gap was larger than any point in the past decade.
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.
Could Australia-Style Voting Help In The US?
This week’s turnout for the US congressional elections could be a record, although it will still fall below many other countries.
US Voters With Disabilities Face Maze Of New Restrictions
Nearly 18 million Americans with disabilities voted in the 2020 election, but new [legislation] this year may change turnout.
Massive Disenfranchisement and Racial Disparities in 2022 Texas
Data from the March primary shows that just one of the bill’s many provisions caused massive disenfranchisement and major racial disparities.
Eight in 10 Americans Favor Early Voting, Photo ID Laws
Large majorities of Americans favor three measures meant to make voting easier: early voting (78% in favor) and automatic voter registration (65%).
Study Finds Expanding Voting Rights Can Reduce Violence
As showcased by the impact of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, the extension of voting rights can reduce political violence, study.
Ballot Access Candidates: A National Mandate
Another election is about to come and go, but the results for smaller parties depend on the results in certain races.
The Backbone Of Democracy Is Now The Face Of Fraud
Election officials are the backbone of our democracy, but also the face of fraud allegations from far-right groups who deny the legitimacy of elections.
False Claims, Threats Fuel Poll Worker Sign-Ups For Midterms
Threats on election workers’ safety early on discouraged poll worker sign-ups. The reverse is occurring ahead of the 2022 midterms.
The “Independent” State Legislature In Republican Theory
The autonomous state legislative theory runs contrary to the 12 Amendment’s anticipated democratizing impact on presidential elections.