ICE will not patrol polling locations on Election Day, said a spokesworman in response to social media rumors of potential voter intimidation from agency.
Latino Voting Rights articles on Democracy Chronicles
News on the unique challenges of Hispanic and Latino Americans are highlighted in this Latino voting rights section. Attempts to manipulate the law in new ways that will disadvantage minority communities continue nationwide. Also see our sections on American democracy and our articles on the Voter Access or Minority Voting Rights.
Will Changing Demographics Shift 2018 Voting Patterns?
With its tensions between rural and urban voters, new demographics vs old ones, Nevada is one example of what is happening to US politics on national level.
Nearly 1 in 10 Mail Ballots Thrown Out in Georgia County
Citizens whose votes have been rejected can resubmit their ballots or vote in person, but advocates say that this puts an undue burden on voters.
Florida Ordered to Assist Spanish Speaking Voters
Today’s decision recognizes the growing presence of Puerto Rican voters and their right to fully participate in elections that would impact their future.
Voting Rights Groups Sue Over Arizona Voter Disenfranchisement
Voting rights groups sue Arizona Secretary Of State, Michele Reagan on Saturday, nine months after providing notice of violations of Federal Law
5 Ways to Increase Latino Voter Turnout
For far too long, voter suppression, systemic barriers, and lack of engagement have stifled political participation
Must Read Native American Reactions to Trump Immigration Policy
A government policy encouraged placement of Native American children in non-Native foster families
New Poetry: Elegy to a Refugee Girl
For Father’s Day, for World Refugee Day, which this year falls on Wednesday, June 20th, all fathers should be with their children; all children should enjoy, with their families, the freedoms afforded to those of us in the free world.
US Supreme Court Divided Over Texas Electoral District Fight
From Voice of America: The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday appeared divided along ideological lines as it
Judge Opens Door for Thousands to Apply for Asylum
Chief United States District Judge of the Western District of Washington issued the ruling in a class-action lawsuit brought by several immigrant rights groups on behalf of those who fear persecution if returned to their home country.