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Republican Governor Extends Alabama Felon Voting Rights
Alabama state Gov. Kay Ivey has just passed a bill that will restore voting rights to thousands
Maryland Ballot Access Improvement Becomes Law
Maryland has become the latest state to improve access for independent and third party candidates
Six Lawsuits Still Taking Aim at NC Redistricting Plan
There are six pending lawsuits that could add to pressure for a fair redistricting plan for North Carolina
A Closer Look at Proposed NJ Judicial Retention Election Plan
Republican proposal for retention elections as a check on the judiciary in New Jersey
Maine Ranked Choice Voting to be Considered by Legislature
The battle over instituting a Maine ranked choice voting continues as legislature taking steps forward
Court Drawn Election Districts Are the Texas GOP’s Greatest Fear
Republicans in Texas biggest worry is that election districts may be drawn by a non-partisan court
California May Require Future Presidential Candidates’ Tax Returns
To be on the Presidential ballot in future California elections, you may need to show your tax returns
Nevada Dark Money Group Fights Renewable Energy Push
Casino magnate Sheldon Adelson stands between Nevada and a renewable energy future
PODCAST: On the SCOTUS Ruling on North Carolina’s Redistricting
The Brennan Center’s Wendy Weiser talks about the repercussions of the redistricting ruling