Tag: voter rights
Tennessee signs bill increasing penalties related to political protests to felonies,...
Tennessee signs bill increasing penalties related to political protests to felonies, which could revoke right to vote
US voters increasingly concerned about climate crisis
"Climate has taken over as an issue on its own. People are finally understanding that we have a truly existential crisis on our hands."
A new voting crisis: Kentucky closes 95 percent of polling places,...
Is this possible: 3,700 polling places before, today only 170?
Elizabeth Warren introduces plan to protect elections during coronavirus pandemic
"Congress must act to protect our upcoming elections, keep voters and poll workers safe, and safeguard our electoral institutions for the long haul."
Stand Up America urges lawmakers to pass measure to extend vote-by-mail...
“Lawmakers must act immediately to provide emergency funding to the states to ensure that every eligible voter can cast their ballot this fall.”
US cities issue IDs to protect undocumented immigrants
A growing number of communities have implemented municipal identification programs, and not just in politically progressive areas.
Voter turnout is everything
Voter turnout will determine who wins control of Congress next November, and who becomes president in 2020. Turnout is everything.
Maine Supreme Court upholds use of ranked-choice voting, will be used...
"Today's decision by the Maine Supreme Court confirms that the Maine people are sovereign and have the final say."
9 ways you can use the midterm elections to build local...
We can build long-term power in our communities and help elect our favorite candidates if we work strategically, inclusively – and independently.
When will Democrats start #resisting GOP voter suppression?
If party leaders don’t understand what they need to do to win elections, maybe it’s time to choose some new party leaders.
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Keystone XL pipeline canceled. Here’s what it means for the future fight against fossil...
“Rescinding KXL’s permit is a promising early signal that the new administration is listening to our concerns and will take issues of climate and Indigenous justice seriously. We have to insist that it not stop there.”
Former US Marine charged with assaulting police officers during Capitol riots
“What are we supposed to do? Supreme Court’s not helping us. No one’s helping us. Only us can help us. Only we can do it.”
Conservatives Criticize Michelle Obama For Bare Arms, Stay Silent On Melania Trump’s Nude Poses
Trump's wife, possible future First Lady, receives no criticism for nude photoshoots while Michelle Obama is insulted for bare arms.
The Capitol insurrection and white supremacist infiltration of U.S. Police
Domestic terrorism from far-right groups is a significant threat to America’s safety and security.
Is US presidential candidate Joe Biden a war criminal?
Joe Biden had supported the Iraq War of 2003. But no one knows why he is running away from the truth.