Residents of poor and rural counties have to drive farther than others to get to the polls during early balloting. Our map lets you explore the data.
Early Voting articles on Democracy Chronicles
This section has the latest DC news on early voting. Early voting is a process where people vote on days prior to an election. It can take place remotely, or in person, usually in designated early voting polling stations. Also see our section on American democracy and our section on Voter Access or the Internet and Voting.
VIDEO: Why Democrats Care So Much About Early Voting
Vice News published an video and article on why we have historically seen Democratic Party support for early voting but not the Republicans.
Taylor Swift Teaches Fans How to Vote Early in Instagram Post
This follows last week with the first-ever political endorsement from the famously apolitical popstar Taylor Swift made via an Instagram post.
New Cost of Voting Index Reveals State-Imposed Voting Barriers
Voting was most difficult in Mississippi and voting was easiest in Oregon, which was the only state to make use of automatic voter registration that year.
North Carolina Closes Early Voting Locations in Latest Outrage
In June, the North Carolina General Assembly passed legislation mandating that voting sites in the state remain open for uniform hours on weekdays.
At a Manhattan Rally for Early Voting in New York State
At least 100 demonstrators turned out today in Manhattan’s Foley Square amid bright sun and cold temperatures to rally for the introduction of at least 14 days of early voting. New York is one of the 11 states that do not offer any early voting.
Push is on to reform antiquated New York State voting laws
New York State has not been part of the national campaign to suppress the vote. It already suppresses the vote.
Indiana dead people’s votes would count under senator’s bill
The following excerpt is from an article written by Fatima Hussein and Tony Cook from the IndyStar.
New Series of NY Election Security Measures Proposed
Plan includes automatic voter registration, election-day voter registration and early voting
Group of New York Election Reforms Fail to Move Forward
New York State Legislature leaves all election reforms on back burner despite the dire state of voting