News & Commentary about Voting Rights
Voting is the cornerstone of our democracy and the fundamental right upon which all our civil liberties rest. The ACLU works to protect and expand Americansʼ freedom to vote.
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Aug 10, 2016
These States Wanted to Keep Communities of Color From Voting, but the Courts Said No, That’s Discriminatory
Jul 29, 2016
Victory: North Carolina Legislators Won’t Be Able to Suppress the Vote This Election
Jun 30, 2016
Time Served for a Non-Violent Drug Offense? Sorry, You Still Can’t Vote if You Live in Iowa
Jun 24, 2016
Congress: Protect Every American’s Right to Vote this November
Apr 6, 2016
A Voting Precedent Every State Should Follow
Feb 24, 2016
A Gold Medal Shouldn’t Be a Consolation Prize for Restoring the Voting Rights Act
Jan 14, 2016
Will the 2016 Presidential Election Be Decided by Voter Suppression Laws?
Oct 15, 2015
‘Home’ Is Not Where You Are Involuntarily Confined