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US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A Republican-backed bill would upend voter registration. Here are 8 things to know

The SAVE Act may hinder voter participation by imposing new citizenship proof requirements.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Trump Signs Executive Order Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Vote in Elections

Trump's executive order mandates proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration to combat alleged voter fraud.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US news

A Lengthy Legal Battle in North Carolina Could Show How to Flip an Election

Republicans in North Carolina are attempting to overturn election outcomes, raising concerns about future electoral integrity.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago
US Elections

Klas: GOP's SAVE Act voter law is insincere solution in search of phantom problem

The SAVE Act risks disenfranchising voters while ostensibly aiming to address non-citizen voting in federal elections.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago
US Elections

Goldman opposes GOP voter ID bill

The SAVE Act may disenfranchise eligible voters by imposing stricter voter registration requirements.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A Republican-backed bill would upend voter registration. Here are 8 things to know

The SAVE Act may hinder voter participation by imposing new citizenship proof requirements.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Trump Signs Executive Order Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Vote in Elections

Trump's executive order mandates proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration to combat alleged voter fraud.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US news

A Lengthy Legal Battle in North Carolina Could Show How to Flip an Election

Republicans in North Carolina are attempting to overturn election outcomes, raising concerns about future electoral integrity.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago
US Elections

Klas: GOP's SAVE Act voter law is insincere solution in search of phantom problem

The SAVE Act risks disenfranchising voters while ostensibly aiming to address non-citizen voting in federal elections.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago
US Elections

Goldman opposes GOP voter ID bill

The SAVE Act may disenfranchise eligible voters by imposing stricter voter registration requirements.
more#election-integrity
#save-act
US Elections
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

New US bill could restrict voting rights of Americans abroad

The SAVE Act aims to tighten voting rules for Americans, requiring proof of citizenship in person, potentially limiting overseas voting access.
US Elections
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

New US bill could restrict voting rights of Americans abroad

The SAVE Act may significantly restrict voting access for Americans abroad by requiring in-person proof of citizenship for voter registration.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

What the SAVE Act could mean for millions of voters, according to a Brennan Center expert

The SAVE Act may hinder voter registration by requiring proof of citizenship, impacting millions of eligible Americans.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago
US Elections

Contributor: Take it from California's election czar, the SAVE Act is a sham

The SAVE Act risks disenfranchising millions of voters under the pretext of preventing voter fraud, which is largely non-existent.
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Will the SAVE Act make it harder for married women to vote? We ask legal experts

The SAVE Act may disenfranchise millions of married women due to name discrepancies in voter registration documents.
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago
US Elections

How the SAVE Act would make it harder for trans people, married women, and some men to vote

The SAVE Act aims to require proof of citizenship for voter registration, potentially disenfranchising many individuals.
US Elections
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

New US bill could restrict voting rights of Americans abroad

The SAVE Act aims to tighten voting rules for Americans, requiring proof of citizenship in person, potentially limiting overseas voting access.
US Elections
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

New US bill could restrict voting rights of Americans abroad

The SAVE Act may significantly restrict voting access for Americans abroad by requiring in-person proof of citizenship for voter registration.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

What the SAVE Act could mean for millions of voters, according to a Brennan Center expert

The SAVE Act may hinder voter registration by requiring proof of citizenship, impacting millions of eligible Americans.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago
US Elections

Contributor: Take it from California's election czar, the SAVE Act is a sham

The SAVE Act risks disenfranchising millions of voters under the pretext of preventing voter fraud, which is largely non-existent.
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Will the SAVE Act make it harder for married women to vote? We ask legal experts

The SAVE Act may disenfranchise millions of married women due to name discrepancies in voter registration documents.
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago
US Elections

How the SAVE Act would make it harder for trans people, married women, and some men to vote

The SAVE Act aims to require proof of citizenship for voter registration, potentially disenfranchising many individuals.
more#save-act
#supreme-court
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Significant legal developments on voting, abortion, and the influence of Trump's political maneuvers reflect ongoing tensions in U.S. justice and governance.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

New congressional district gives voice to Black voters in Alabama

Alabama's congressional map change enhances representation for Black voters after a successful lawsuit.
US Elections
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

North Carolina Supreme Court Partially Upholds GOP "Bloodless Coup" Ballot Purge

North Carolina Supreme Court partially supports Republican candidate's challenge over 65,000 ballots, impacting military and overseas voter rights.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Significant legal developments on voting, abortion, and the influence of Trump's political maneuvers reflect ongoing tensions in U.S. justice and governance.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

New congressional district gives voice to Black voters in Alabama

Alabama's congressional map change enhances representation for Black voters after a successful lawsuit.
US Elections
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

North Carolina Supreme Court Partially Upholds GOP "Bloodless Coup" Ballot Purge

North Carolina Supreme Court partially supports Republican candidate's challenge over 65,000 ballots, impacting military and overseas voter rights.
more#supreme-court
US politics
fromScary Mommy
5 days ago

New Study Finds That Girls Who See Women Run For Political Office Are More Likely To Vote As Adults

Exposure to female political candidates boosts voting likelihood for adolescent girls.
fromNew York Post
6 days ago
US Elections

Iraqi man charged with illegally voting in 2020 election in New York after Elon Musk's DOGE aided investigation

An Iraqi man has been charged with illegally voting in the 2020 election in upstate New York.
Social justice
fromSCSJ
3 weeks ago

Statement on NC Supreme Court Decision in Griffin Election Protests

The North Carolina Supreme Court decision disqualifies military and overseas voters, raising concerns over election fairness and the rule of law.
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago
SF politics

Residents Fight to Protect Threatened Island Community in Georgia Supreme Court

The future of the Gullah Geechee community hinges on a pivotal court case regarding their right to vote on local issues.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

NYC Mayor Eric Adams' indie spin is a big win for electoral choice

Adams's independent run challenges the flawed primary system in New York, aiming to represent all voters, particularly independents.
#disenfranchisement
US Elections
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 months ago

New US bill could restrict voting rights of Americans abroad

The SAVE Act proposes stricter voter registration requirements, significantly impacting Americans abroad by mandating in-person proof of citizenship.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

North Carolina judges back Republican colleague in bid to toss votes and overturn election

A North Carolina court ruling may discard over 65,000 ballots, potentially changing the outcome of the state supreme court election.
US Elections
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 months ago

New US bill could restrict voting rights of Americans abroad

The SAVE Act proposes stricter voter registration requirements, significantly impacting Americans abroad by mandating in-person proof of citizenship.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

North Carolina judges back Republican colleague in bid to toss votes and overturn election

A North Carolina court ruling may discard over 65,000 ballots, potentially changing the outcome of the state supreme court election.
more#disenfranchisement
#civil-rights
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Marchers cross Brooklyn Bridge on 'Bloody Sunday' anniversary

The 60th anniversary of the Selma march highlights the ongoing struggle for civil rights and voting rights in America.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Back to the Bridges': Demonstrators march across the Brooklyn Bridge for civil rights on 60th anniversary of Blood Sunday' | amNewYork

The March 9 Brooklyn Bridge march marked the 60th Anniversary of Bloody Sunday, honoring the struggle for voting rights and civil liberties.
fromSCSJ
1 month ago
Social justice

Texas Advocates Shift After Gerrymandering Case Dismissed

Texas voting and civil rights advocates cease litigation against discriminatory gerrymandering, emphasizing ongoing commitment to fair representation.
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Conservative activist, election skeptic is now chief US civil rights enforcer

Harmeet Dhillon's controversial civil rights record raised concerns during her confirmation hearing for the U.S. Department of Justice.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Marchers cross Brooklyn Bridge on 'Bloody Sunday' anniversary

The 60th anniversary of the Selma march highlights the ongoing struggle for civil rights and voting rights in America.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Back to the Bridges': Demonstrators march across the Brooklyn Bridge for civil rights on 60th anniversary of Blood Sunday' | amNewYork

The March 9 Brooklyn Bridge march marked the 60th Anniversary of Bloody Sunday, honoring the struggle for voting rights and civil liberties.
fromSCSJ
1 month ago
Social justice

Texas Advocates Shift After Gerrymandering Case Dismissed

Texas voting and civil rights advocates cease litigation against discriminatory gerrymandering, emphasizing ongoing commitment to fair representation.
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Conservative activist, election skeptic is now chief US civil rights enforcer

Harmeet Dhillon's controversial civil rights record raised concerns during her confirmation hearing for the U.S. Department of Justice.
more#civil-rights
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
US politics

Today in History: March 29, Terra-cotta Army' discovered in China

March 29 marks significant historical events, notably the discovery of the Terra-cotta Army in 1974, which is a major archaeological find.
US Elections
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago

What Donald Trump's order to change election requirements means for California

Trump's executive order on voting aims to require proof of citizenship and halt ballot counting after Election Day, impacting election processes in California and nationwide.
US Elections
fromABC7 Chicago
1 month ago

Trump signs sweeping action overhauling US elections, including requiring proof of citizenship

Trump's executive action mandates proof of citizenship for voter registration and requires ballots by Election Day.
#noncitizen-voting
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

New York City Can't Allow Noncitizens to Vote, Top State Court Rules

New York's highest court ruled noncitizen voting unconstitutional, reaffirming that citizenship is a requisite for voting per the State Constitution.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

New York's top court blocks NYC from letting noncitizens vote

New York's top court ruled that only citizens can vote in municipal elections, ending NYC's efforts to allow noncitizens to participate.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

New York City Can't Allow Noncitizens to Vote, Top State Court Rules

New York's highest court ruled noncitizen voting unconstitutional, reaffirming that citizenship is a requisite for voting per the State Constitution.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

New York's top court blocks NYC from letting noncitizens vote

New York's top court ruled that only citizens can vote in municipal elections, ending NYC's efforts to allow noncitizens to participate.
more#noncitizen-voting
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NYC's law allowing noncitizens to vote is dead as state's highest court shuts it down

The New York Court of Appeals struck down a law allowing noncitizens to vote, emphasizing that voting is restricted to citizens according to the state constitution.
US Elections
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Disabled voters in this state are no longer allowed to receive ballots by email

Disabled individuals in Wisconsin cannot receive absentee ballots via email as ruled by the appeals court,
#germany
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German election: Voters turn out to decide next government DW 02/23/2025

Germany holds a snap parliamentary election due to coalition collapse, with CDU/CSU leading polls.
Frustration over late ballots for voters abroad impacts the election sentiment.
Germany politics
fromwww.thelocal.de
2 months ago

The ultimate guide to the 2025 German election

Germany holds snap elections on February 23rd, 2025, after the previous coalition government collapsed.
Eligible voters include German citizens aged 18 and older.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German election: Voters turn out to decide next government DW 02/23/2025

Germany holds a snap parliamentary election due to coalition collapse, with CDU/CSU leading polls.
Frustration over late ballots for voters abroad impacts the election sentiment.
Germany politics
fromwww.thelocal.de
2 months ago

The ultimate guide to the 2025 German election

Germany holds snap elections on February 23rd, 2025, after the previous coalition government collapsed.
Eligible voters include German citizens aged 18 and older.
more#germany
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Government pushes through 'solution' to Dail speaking rights row as furious opposition vow to not co-operate

Government's vote on the speaking rights issue provoked strong opposition and highlighted tensions regarding parliamentary procedure.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Under legal threat and public pressure, Gilroy moves toward district-based elections

Gilroy is moving to district elections to enhance Latino representation amid a legal threat related to the California Voting Rights Act.
US Elections
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Utah Election Bill Would Disenfranchise Rural Native Residents, Critics Warn

A proposed bill in Utah could disrupt the effective vote-by-mail system, potentially disenfranchising rural and Native voters.
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