U.S. federal prosecutors have subpoenaed millions of pages of voter records for the eastern half of North Carolina.
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VIDEO: John Oliver Tackles Florida’s Felony Voter Disenfranchisement
Many people with felony convictions are unfairly prohibited from voting, and the worst state for this is Florida. Comedian John Oliver explains.
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.
Feds in Unusual Demand For North Carolina Voting Records
In a new twist, the Justice Department is demanding that millions of voter records in North Carolina be handed to federal authorities.
California Lawmakers Vote For Net Neutrality
California lawmakers have voted to make net neutrality state law, becoming the latest of several states to approve such measures.
Recently Defeated Politician Wants Wyoming To Change Election Law
Gubernatorial primaries for Wyoming end with loser Foster Friess disgruntled. Friess has proposed that the 2019 legislature change Wyoming’s elections laws.
Fund Meant To Protect Elections May Be Too Little, Too Late
EAC released a report Tuesday detailing how each state plans to spend total of $380 million in grants allocated to improve and secure election systems.
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
More US States Deploy Technology To Track Election Hacking Attempts
Some U.S. states have adopted technology to enable the federal government have access to state computer managing voter data to root out hackers.
Hawaii Independent Candidates Perform Well in Midterm Voting
Hawaii uses what is called an open primary system that allows any voter to vote in primaries regardless of how they are registered.