Fort Sill Apache Tribe sues for New Mexico recognition and inclusion in infrastructure programs
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.
The Life of Emmett Till: A Voice Crying for Justice
Emmett Till’s voice deserves to be heard loud and clear in a 21st century America; an America that has backpedalled on her promises and has betrayed her citizenry as the urban youth still lay on the altar as sacrificial lamb.
Racism, Voter Suppression, and a Call to Action
Racism, Voter Suppression: Voter suppression is taking on new forms motivated by blatant partisanship
Voter ID Laws Criticized as Citizens Refused Access
Voter ID laws criticized have left thousands unable to vote as impact is being widely seen
Pursuing Support From NJ Republican Minority Voters
Strategy to woo NJ Republican minority voters is on display in Jersey’s endless campaigning
Women and Minorities Are Most Effective Lawmakers
New study finds women and minorities are most effective lawmakers compared to other colleagues
Remembering First African-American to Serve in Congress
Modern civil rights leaders pay homage to post-Civil War era congressman who is considered the first African-American to serve in US Congress
What NYC Vote Means for America Identity Politics
Identity politics seems to be less of an issue in NYC, at least with the Democratic Party
Have Efforts to Stem Minority Voting Backfired?
Stem Minority Voting: March on Washington and voter rights movement are reinvigorated after assault on elections
Justice Department in Texas Voter ID Lawsuit
State has drawn condemnation leading to Texas voter ID lawsuit to protect minority vote again