You know the Rubicon has been crossed when the Supreme Court issues a conservative voting rights order so at odds with settled precedent.
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.
Supreme Court Backs Alabama’s Anti-Black Redistricting
In a 5-4 vote, the Supreme Court cleared the way for Alabama’s new congressional district maps that may disenfranchise black voters.
Alabama Ruling May Boost Black Political Power
A new ruling in Alabama could provide a boost to black political power in the State that has a strong African American community.
Study: Felon Voting Rights Unlikely To Affect Vote Outcomes
The findings suggest voting by incarcerated people is unlikely to affect electoral outcomes, in contrast to some assumptions.
Rejected Mail Ballots Are Showing Racial Disparities
Black voters’ postal ballots were rejected at four times the rate of white voters’ mail ballots, according to Washington State auditors.
Montana Native American Groups In Voter Registration Push
An organization whose work includes increasing Native American participation wants to make it easier for people to register to vote.
New Law Allows Noncitizens To Vote In NYC
800,000+ noncitizens and “Dreamers” in New York City will now be allowed to vote after the city’s mayor allowed new legislation Sunday.
Urban Democracy Crisis
Solutions exist to low urban turnout that have proven effective in cities and states that have recognized the issue as a crisis.
Only A New Voting Rights Act Can Preserve Our Democracy
We are in a new chapter in which African Americans’ civil rights are being threatened, and only a new voting rights act can save democracy.
New Maps Spark Debate Over Majority-Minority Districts
Because Black favor Democrats, Republicans have been pleased to construct districts with substantial percentages of Black voters.