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Black Lives Matter
fromSCSJ
3 months ago

Nation's Civil Rights Attorneys Urge SCOTUS to Protect Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court will decide on the constitutionality of Louisiana's congressional map, addressing potential racial gerrymandering.
The case reflects ongoing debates about racial equity in voting representation.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Supreme Court confronts another challenge to the Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court is hearing a pivotal voting rights case regarding Louisiana's congressional redistricting, with significant implications for minority representation.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
3 months 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
2 months 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
1 month ago

6 Months After Election Day, Conservative Judge Finally Concedes Loss in North Carolina Supreme Court Race

Justice Allison Riggs' election victory is affirmed after Judge Jefferson Griffin concedes, following a failed attempt to overturn ballots.
US Elections
fromTruthout
2 months 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.
Black Lives Matter
fromSCSJ
3 months ago

Nation's Civil Rights Attorneys Urge SCOTUS to Protect Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court will decide on the constitutionality of Louisiana's congressional map, addressing potential racial gerrymandering.
The case reflects ongoing debates about racial equity in voting representation.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Supreme Court confronts another challenge to the Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court is hearing a pivotal voting rights case regarding Louisiana's congressional redistricting, with significant implications for minority representation.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
3 months 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
2 months 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
1 month ago

6 Months After Election Day, Conservative Judge Finally Concedes Loss in North Carolina Supreme Court Race

Justice Allison Riggs' election victory is affirmed after Judge Jefferson Griffin concedes, following a failed attempt to overturn ballots.
US Elections
fromTruthout
2 months 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
#legislation
US Elections
fromTruthout
1 month ago

State Voter Suppression Bills Could Disenfranchise Millions Ahead of Midterm Elections

Republicans are pushing proof of citizenship laws that could disenfranchise millions ahead of elections.
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Democrats Push State-Level Voting Rights Act Protections

States are attempting to restore voting rights protections amidst federal court challenges to the Voting Rights Act.
SF politics
fromSCSJ
1 month ago

'Election Integrity' Activists at Heart of 2023 Omnibus Election Bill

Legislators try to downplay the influence of conservative activists in passing SB 747, an election bill restricting voting, targeting youth and same-day registration.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
2 months 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.
US Elections
fromTruthout
1 month ago

State Voter Suppression Bills Could Disenfranchise Millions Ahead of Midterm Elections

Republicans are pushing proof of citizenship laws that could disenfranchise millions ahead of elections.
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Democrats Push State-Level Voting Rights Act Protections

States are attempting to restore voting rights protections amidst federal court challenges to the Voting Rights Act.
SF politics
fromSCSJ
1 month ago

'Election Integrity' Activists at Heart of 2023 Omnibus Election Bill

Legislators try to downplay the influence of conservative activists in passing SB 747, an election bill restricting voting, targeting youth and same-day registration.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
2 months 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.
more#legislation
#democracy
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

18 states sue over Trump's voting executive order, arguing it's unconstitutional

Eighteen states challenge Trump's executive order on voting, claiming it infringes on constitutional rights and threatens voter access.
US Elections
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Trump Assumes Unheard-of Powers in Ordering Federal Overhaul of Elections

Trump's executive order on election integrity is criticized as an unconstitutional attempt to undermine democracy and restrict voter access.
NYC politics
fromBallotpedia
1 month ago

As NYC votes in 2025 mayoral primary, a look back at the 1833 ballot measure that allowed New Yorkers to elect their mayors - Ballotpedia News

The 1833 ballot measure enabling New Yorkers to elect their mayors led to the highest election margin in U.S. history.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

18 states sue over Trump's voting executive order, arguing it's unconstitutional

Eighteen states challenge Trump's executive order on voting, claiming it infringes on constitutional rights and threatens voter access.
US Elections
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Trump Assumes Unheard-of Powers in Ordering Federal Overhaul of Elections

Trump's executive order on election integrity is criticized as an unconstitutional attempt to undermine democracy and restrict voter access.
NYC politics
fromBallotpedia
1 month ago

As NYC votes in 2025 mayoral primary, a look back at the 1833 ballot measure that allowed New Yorkers to elect their mayors - Ballotpedia News

The 1833 ballot measure enabling New Yorkers to elect their mayors led to the highest election margin in U.S. history.
more#democracy
#trump-administration
US Elections
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Trump signs sweeping executive action overhauling US elections, including citizenship requirement

Trump signs executive order mandating proof of citizenship for voter registration and timely ballot receipt, likely facing legal challenges.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Trump signs executive order calling for proof of US citizenship to vote

Trump's executive order mandates proof of citizenship for voting, which critics argue disenfranchises many marginalized voters.
US Elections
fromABC7 Chicago
3 months 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.
US Elections
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

Federal judge sides with attorneys general in lawsuit against Trump's election reforms

A federal judge blocked Trump's election overhaul, affirming state rights and constitutional limits on presidential power over elections.
US Elections
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

A Second Federal Judge Blocks Parts of Trump's Executive Order on Elections

A federal judge blocked parts of Trump's executive order that could restrict voter registration and access based on citizenship proof requirements.
US Elections
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Trump signs sweeping executive action overhauling US elections, including citizenship requirement

Trump signs executive order mandating proof of citizenship for voter registration and timely ballot receipt, likely facing legal challenges.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Trump signs executive order calling for proof of US citizenship to vote

Trump's executive order mandates proof of citizenship for voting, which critics argue disenfranchises many marginalized voters.
US Elections
fromABC7 Chicago
3 months 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.
US Elections
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

Federal judge sides with attorneys general in lawsuit against Trump's election reforms

A federal judge blocked Trump's election overhaul, affirming state rights and constitutional limits on presidential power over elections.
US Elections
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

A Second Federal Judge Blocks Parts of Trump's Executive Order on Elections

A federal judge blocked parts of Trump's executive order that could restrict voter registration and access based on citizenship proof requirements.
more#trump-administration
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Law School Dean Shrugs Off Trump Judge Giving Top Grade To 'Constitution Is For White People' Paper - Above the Law

The issue isn't really about changing the grade THIS paper got - schools shouldn't generally change grades after the fact - it's what the hell is the school doing to prospectively address a professor who thinks this kind of paper is good.
Right-wing politics
#north-carolina
US Elections
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

Judge Kills North Carolina Judge Jefferson Griffin's Attempt to Subvert Election Results

Republicans' efforts to challenge election results in North Carolina failed as courts upheld the Democrat's victory, raising concerns about future election integrity.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months 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.
Social justice
fromSCSJ
3 months ago

NC Court of Appeals Order Threatens Votes in Griffin Challenge

Ruling requires 60,000 voters to 'cure' ballots; no prior evidence of invalidity cited.
US Elections
fromtime.com
1 month ago

What North Carolina Can Teach us About the 2026 Elections

Federal courts reject post-election vote manipulation efforts.
Recent North Carolina ruling signals strong resistance against changing election results after voting concludes.
US Elections
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

Judge Kills North Carolina Judge Jefferson Griffin's Attempt to Subvert Election Results

Republicans' efforts to challenge election results in North Carolina failed as courts upheld the Democrat's victory, raising concerns about future election integrity.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months 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.
Social justice
fromSCSJ
3 months ago

NC Court of Appeals Order Threatens Votes in Griffin Challenge

Ruling requires 60,000 voters to 'cure' ballots; no prior evidence of invalidity cited.
US Elections
fromtime.com
1 month ago

What North Carolina Can Teach us About the 2026 Elections

Federal courts reject post-election vote manipulation efforts.
Recent North Carolina ruling signals strong resistance against changing election results after voting concludes.
more#north-carolina
#election-law
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

NY Attorney General Letitia James hails court win over President Trump's elections directive

NY Attorney General Letitia James wins court order against Trump’s election executive order, protecting voter rights.
Social justice
fromSCSJ
2 months 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.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

NY Attorney General Letitia James hails court win over President Trump's elections directive

NY Attorney General Letitia James wins court order against Trump’s election executive order, protecting voter rights.
Social justice
fromSCSJ
2 months 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.
more#election-law
#immigration
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
US Elections

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

fromNew York Post
2 months ago
US Elections

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

more#immigration
#federal-court
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

A 2nd judge halts more of Trump's voting executive order

A federal judge has blocked additional provisions of Trump's voting executive order, affirming states' rights to manage elections without federal interference.
fromABA Journal
2 weeks ago
US Elections

Judge blocks Trump order on federal elections, says changes 'could create chaos and confusion'

US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

A 2nd judge halts more of Trump's voting executive order

A federal judge has blocked additional provisions of Trump's voting executive order, affirming states' rights to manage elections without federal interference.
fromABA Journal
2 weeks ago
US Elections

Judge blocks Trump order on federal elections, says changes 'could create chaos and confusion'

more#federal-court
#elections
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A federal appeals panel has made enforcing the Voting Rights Act harder in 7 states

The 8th Circuit ruling restricts private enforcement of the Voting Rights Act's Section 2, complicating racial discrimination lawsuits.
US Elections
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

California among 19 states suing to block Trump election order, calling it unconstitutional

Democratic officials in 19 states have filed a lawsuit against Trump's election executive order, alleging it's unconstitutional and infringes on state election authority.
US Elections
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Democrats Won a NC Supreme Court Seat. But They Lost Something Important.

Republicans gained control of North Carolina's election board, potentially impacting the state's voting rules and access.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A federal appeals panel has made enforcing the Voting Rights Act harder in 7 states

The 8th Circuit ruling restricts private enforcement of the Voting Rights Act's Section 2, complicating racial discrimination lawsuits.
US Elections
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

California among 19 states suing to block Trump election order, calling it unconstitutional

Democratic officials in 19 states have filed a lawsuit against Trump's election executive order, alleging it's unconstitutional and infringes on state election authority.
US Elections
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Democrats Won a NC Supreme Court Seat. But They Lost Something Important.

Republicans gained control of North Carolina's election board, potentially impacting the state's voting rules and access.
more#elections
SF politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

GOP State Lawmakers Are Attempting to Undermine Ballot Measures Passed by Voters

Republican lawmakers nationwide are trying to restrict or undo voter-approved initiatives, particularly on abortion and employee benefits.
#brexit
more#brexit
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Washington Post columnist Jonathan Capeheart quits editorial board over dispute with white colleague: 'Robbing me of my humanity'

Jonathan Capehart quit the Washington Post editorial board over a disagreement on voting law editorials that he felt disregarded his identity and perspective.
#trump
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Trump Has Taken a Renewed Interest in the Conspirators Who Infiltrated 2020 Voting Machines

Trump's pardoning of insurrectionists reflects his continued disregard for the rule of law and election integrity.
Black Lives Matter
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

60 years after 'Bloody Sunday,' Trump's order on voting rights is Jim Crow all over | Opinion

The timing of Trump's electoral overhaul announcement raises concerns about its significance on the International Day of Remembrance.
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Trump Has Taken a Renewed Interest in the Conspirators Who Infiltrated 2020 Voting Machines

Trump's pardoning of insurrectionists reflects his continued disregard for the rule of law and election integrity.
Black Lives Matter
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

60 years after 'Bloody Sunday,' Trump's order on voting rights is Jim Crow all over | Opinion

The timing of Trump's electoral overhaul announcement raises concerns about its significance on the International Day of Remembrance.
more#trump
#save-act
US Elections
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Opinion: SAVE Act claims to solve an election problem that doesn't exist

The SAVE Act could harm voter participation by imposing unnecessary proof of citizenship requirements based on unfounded claims of noncitizen voting.
US Elections
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Opinion: SAVE Act claims to solve an election problem that doesn't exist

The SAVE Act could harm voter participation by imposing unnecessary proof of citizenship requirements based on unfounded claims of noncitizen voting.
more#save-act
#election-integrity
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months 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.
US Elections
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

AG James moves to halt Trump's executive order on elections, citing threat to voter access | amNewYork

Attorney General Letitia James leads a coalition to block Trump's election integrity order, citing it as unconstitutional and detrimental to voter access.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

California, other states sue Trump administration to block order on voting overhaul

California and a coalition of states are suing President Trump over an executive order that would dramatically change voting rules and require proof of citizenship.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Trump's new executive order could upend voting

Trump's executive order mandates proof of citizenship for voter registration, raising concerns about voter access and legality.
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

When the Fight for Democracy Is Personal

Allison Riggs' Supreme Court race reflects broader tensions over voting rights and election integrity that could shape national political dynamics.
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Trump Executive Order Says States Must Use Voting Machines That Don't Actually Exist

Trump's executive order on voting regulations undermines state control and may face legal challenges.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months 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.
US Elections
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

AG James moves to halt Trump's executive order on elections, citing threat to voter access | amNewYork

Attorney General Letitia James leads a coalition to block Trump's election integrity order, citing it as unconstitutional and detrimental to voter access.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

California, other states sue Trump administration to block order on voting overhaul

California and a coalition of states are suing President Trump over an executive order that would dramatically change voting rules and require proof of citizenship.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Trump's new executive order could upend voting

Trump's executive order mandates proof of citizenship for voter registration, raising concerns about voter access and legality.
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

When the Fight for Democracy Is Personal

Allison Riggs' Supreme Court race reflects broader tensions over voting rights and election integrity that could shape national political dynamics.
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Trump Executive Order Says States Must Use Voting Machines That Don't Actually Exist

Trump's executive order on voting regulations undermines state control and may face legal challenges.
more#election-integrity
#gerrymandering
more#gerrymandering
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Court rules Alabama redistricting intentionally discriminates against Black voters

The Alabama congressional map was found unconstitutional for diluting Black voting strength, violating the Voting Rights Act.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Gilroy narrows down to two maps in districting saga

No city has won a lawsuit against districting under the state election law, and some, including Santa Clara, have had to pay out millions in legal fees after attempting to fight it.
Mission District
US politics
fromScary Mommy
2 months 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.
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Residents Fight to Protect Threatened Island Community in Georgia Supreme Court

Last year, Sapelo Island residents sued county officials for blocking them from holding a crucial vote that could determine whether they would be displaced from the last Gullah Geechee community on the Georgia coast.
SF politics
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months 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.
philosophy
fromA Philosopher's Blog
2 months ago

Voter Suppression & the Destruction of Political Legitimacy

Political legitimacy stems from the consent of the governed, requiring voting rights and protections against majority tyranny.
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Maybe Don't Take for Granted That You'll Be Able to Vote in the Midterms

The SAVE Act, if passed, would mark a historic shift by Congress toward vote suppression rather than expansion.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

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

On March 29, 1974, a group of Chinese farmers struck fragments of terra-cotta buried underground, leading to the discovery of over 8,000 soldiers and figures.
US politics
#noncitizen-voting
US news
fromBoston.com
3 months 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.
US news
fromBoston.com
3 months 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
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