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www.bostonherald.com
1 month ago
US politics

Fearing political violence, more states ban guns at polling places

More states are considering banning firearms at polling places and ballot drop boxes due to increased threats and political rhetoric.
New Mexico recently passed a law restricting guns near voting locations, with similar laws in at least 21 other states. [ more ]
Truthout
2 months ago
US politics

States Weigh Bills to Stop Armed Intimidation of Voters and Election Officials

A California bill aims to incorporate the state's policy against firearms at the polls into anti-voter intimidation law.
The incident in Arizona highlights the need for new state laws to address voter intimidation and the role of guns in such activities. [ more ]
Washington Post
1 month ago
Europe news

Analysis | Russia's farce election sums up a grim moment in global democracy

Russian President Vladimir Putin won reelection by a landslide with more than 87% of the vote.
Reports of ballot-stuffing, voter intimidation, and coercion were present during the election, even in occupied territories. [ more ]
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