Louisiana introduced SB 235. It would change Louisiana elections for congress, providing that parties would have nominees for Congress.
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Inside Corporate America’s Frantic Response to Georgia Voting Law
Taking a stance on civil rights legislation pits businesses against Republicans who are willing to increase taxes in retribution.
Advocates For The Blind Criticize Wisconsin’s Absentee Ballots
Wisconsin has come under scrutiny for not having a ballot that complies with the American Disabilities Act for absentee voting.
Proposed Internet Voting Bill In Colorado Is Unsafe
Colorado recently introduced SB21-188. This new piece of legislation makes it possible for voters with disabilities to return ballots online.
Time Has Come For Nonpartisan State Election Leadership
Non-partisan state election leadership should be implemented. Secretaries of State currently run elections but belong to political parties.
1 In 2 States At Risk Of “Rigged Maps” Thanks To Redistricting
More than half of the states in the US are at serious risk of congressional districts being drawn to unfairly support one party.
Don’t Let GOP Destroy Democracy And Crush Hard-Won Rights
For the past decades, Republicans across our nation have been engaged in a systematic, and modern era attempt at Interposition and Nullification.
MLB All-Star Game Yanked From Georgia Over Voting Law
Major League Baseball has left Georgia over new voting law. The bill has been critiqued for stripping black communities of voting rights.
The Barriers To Democracy In Poorer Parts Of Maine
Maine has a relatively high voter turnout as compared to other states. However, voters in high-poverty areas face difficulties.
Texas Passes Restrictions On Vote-by-Mail and Early Voting
The Senate of the state of Texas passed S.B.7 March 7, 2021. If promulgated, the new law will severely restrict voter access in Texas.