Top election officials in 14 states Monday asked Biden to boost election funding, citing financial strain of Covid-19, shift to mail voting.
Absentee and Mail Voting articles on Democracy Chronicles
Absentee and mail voting systems are a benefit to people who may not be able to attend a polling station in person, either through a physical disability or absence from the locality - although the general public can benefit as well. Also see our section on American democracy or our articles on the Internet and Voting, Military Voting or just general Voter Access.
Rejected Ballots Up 400 Percent After Georgia Law
Georgia’s SB 202 seems to have achieved desired effect with absentee ballot rejections rising 400% in recent municipal elections.
What the Fight Over the Mail Is Really About
Debates over how the US Postal Service should carry out its mission and manage its finances are protected by its governing statute.
The Era of Easier Voting for Disabled People Is Over
“Thanks to absentee ballots, drop-off boxes, curbside voting, people with disabilities turned out in record numbers in the 2020 election”.
Mail Voting Set To Soar In Canada Election
COVID-19 is driving up mail-in voting in Canada ahead of Sep. 20 poll and the complicated registration process may dissuade voters.
Lawsuit To Block Wisconsin Absentee Ballot Drop Boxes
Backed by a conservative legal group two suburban voters in Milwaukee asked a judge to block the use of ballot drop boxes in Wisconsin.
Why You Should Have the Freedom To Vote By Mail
Voters should be allowed to choose any legal method by which to vote. Notably, all voters should have the freedom to vote by mail.
Universal Mail Voting Passed Into Law In Nevada
Nevada has adopted universal mail voting. Election officials have to send out mail ballots to all registered voters before elections.
Massachusetts Looks To Make Mail Voting Permanent
This legislative session, Massachusetts is poised to make permanent the pandemic-motivated mail-in and early voting procedures.
Kansas Now Latest GOP State To Enact Voting Restrictions
Last week, Kansas passed new laws restricting mail-in voting, including prohibiting third parties from sending more than ten ballots.