Close race in three key states may hinge on how white Catholic voters decide to approach elections
Minority Voting Rights articles on Democracy Chronicles
Equal minority voting rights still face significant obstacles including in registering to vote and casting ballots. 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, African-American Voting Rights, Latino Voting Rights or Native American Voting.
Campaign to Boost Black Women Vote Off to Strong Start
National campaign launches website to encourage black women vote and help solve unique barriers to ballot
New Documentary About 1960’s Latino Voting Rights Activist
Activist Willie Velasquez needs to be celebrated for work championing Latino voting rights in critical period
Campaigns Target Eastern European Voters in Swing States
Clinton campaign in particular views Eastern European voters as key block in close state elections
Convenient Voting Should Not Be That Controversial
There many ways that much more convenient voting can enable increased turnout if that is what we want
Islamic Voters Could Have Big Election Impact
The nation’s growing number of Islamic voters are mostly in NYC but also in some key swing states
Close Contest Means the Amish Vote is Gaining Importance
As Pennsylvania polls reflect a tightening race, the Amish vote turnout could be a key to victory
All Eyes on African-American Voter Turnout
Democrats see African-American voter turnout as a critical need in party’s quest for victory in November
The Best Democracy Money Can Buy
This real life detective story is told in a film noir style with cartoon animations, secret documents, hidden cameras, and a little help from Law and Order detectives Ice-T and Richard Belzer, plus Willie Nelson
Hispanic Third Party Supporters Crucial to Success
Polling reveals why Libertarians and Greens are focused on attracting Hispanic third party support nationwide