News & Commentary about Fighting Voter Suppression

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Sep 26, 2023

Florida’s Statewide Prosecution of Voting with a Past Conviction is Unlawful

A line of voters in front of a sign that says "vote here."

Florida’s Statewide Prosecution of Voting with a Past Conviction is Unlawful

Jun 23, 2023

How We Are Protecting the Right to Vote on the Anniversary of Shelby v. Holder

The Capitol Police arrest and escort a demonstrator during the Voters Rights protest on Capitol Hill.

How We Are Protecting the Right to Vote on the Anniversary of Shelby v. Holder

May 12, 2023

Here's How Connecticut Could Implement a Historic New Voting Law

An Afrian-American woman drops a ballot into a State of Connecticut Official Ballot Drop Box outside Hartford City Hall.

Here's How Connecticut Could Implement a Historic New Voting Law

Apr 6, 2023

Minnesota Just Restored Voting Rights for 55,000 People

Minnesota Just Restored Voting Rights for 55,000 People

Mar 30, 2023

Here's How New Mexico is Leading the Way for Voting Rights

The floor of the rotunda in New Mexico's Capitol building.

Here's How New Mexico is Leading the Way for Voting Rights

Dec 6, 2022

Explaining Moore v. Harper, the Supreme Court Case That Could Upend Democracy

An elected official reviews a map of North Carolina districts at select committee meeting on redistricting.

Explaining Moore v. Harper, the Supreme Court Case That Could Upend Democracy

Nov 23, 2022

Election Denialism Lost in Key Midterm Races, but the Fight is Far From Over

A sign that says "vote here" among a line of voters.

Election Denialism Lost in Key Midterm Races, but the Fight is Far From Over

Oct 26, 2022

Voting With a Disability: Breaking Down Barriers to the Ballot

A polling station sign and disabled access sign.

Voting With a Disability: Breaking Down Barriers to the Ballot

Sep 20, 2022

National Voter Registration Day is Today: Here’s What You Need to Know

A sign reading "Register to Vote Here" next to an American flag.

National Voter Registration Day is Today: Here’s What You Need to Know

Sep 16, 2022

The Civil Rights Movement’s ‘Smallest Freedom Fighter’ on the Power of Your Vote

A photo of Sheyann Webb with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

The Civil Rights Movement’s ‘Smallest Freedom Fighter’ on the Power of Your Vote