VOTING RIGHTS

Oct 01 2024POLITICS

Georgia Election Board Under Fire: Democrats Challenge Hand-Count Rule

Georgia's election board has been facing intense scrutiny over a new rule requiring officials to hand-count ballots on election day. The Democratic National Committee and the Democratic Party of Georgia have sued the board, claiming the rule is unlawful and could lead to delays and confusion after election night. The rule, adopted in a 3-2 vote, requires the poll man...

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Sep 22 2024POLITICS

Making Sense of the Arizona Supreme Court's Ruling on Citizenship Verification

In a landmark decision, the Arizona Supreme Court has ruled that nearly 98,000 people whose citizenship documents hadn't been confirmed can participate in state and local elections. This significant ruling comes after a database error was discovered, which had mistakenly designated these voters as having access to the full ballot since the 1990s. The court's decision...

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Sep 19 2024POLITICS

Government Funding Bill Hangs in the Balance as Shutdown Looms

As the clock ticks down to the October 1 deadline for a partial government shutdown, the US House is poised to vote on a funding bill that is met with resistance from both sides of the aisle. The bill, proposed by House Speaker Mike Johnson, combines a six-month stopgap funding measure with the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (Save) Act, which requires proof of ...

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Sep 16 2024POLITICS

Paint the Polls Black: A Critical Voter Education Series

As the nation hurtles towards one of the most pivotal elections in recent history, the Sundial Group of Companies has launched a critical voter education series, "Paint the Polls Black." This ambitious initiative aims to inform, mobilize, and protect the voting rights of Black communities across the country in the crucial weeks leading up to Election Day on November ...

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Sep 15 2024POLITICS

The GOP's Depraved Descent into Madness: A Word That Says It All

The Republican Party has long been criticized for its extreme right-wing ideology, but a single word – depraved – perfectly captures the depth of the party's dysfunction. The word "depraved" comes from the Latin "depravare," meaning "to pervert" or "to corrupt," and it's a fitting description of the party's descent into madness. The depraved nature of the GOP is evi...

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Sep 15 2024OPINION

Intersectional Justice: Bridging the Gap Between Racial and Sexual Violence

The notion that racial justice and the pursuit of justice for survivors of sexual violence are disconnected is a misconception. The reality is that these two struggles are deeply intertwined. Tarana Burke, founder of the #MeToo movement, highlighted this connection at a recent get-out-the-vote event in Atlanta. "Sexual violence is a form of violence that plagues our ...

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Sep 15 2024POLITICS

A Battle Over Ballots: Pennsylvania Supreme Court Rules Undated Mail-in Ballots Will Not Be Counted

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court's recent decision to uphold the requirement that mail-in ballots must have a correct date on the envelope has sparked controversy and debate. At its core, the issue is about ensuring the integrity of the electoral process. But, as we delve deeper, it's clear that this decision has far-reaching implications for voters and politicians ali...

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Sep 14 2024POLITICS

The Abortion Battle: A Fight for Truth in Florida's Election Cycle

The debate over abortion in Florida has taken a dramatic turn with the lawsuit filed by the political committee behind the campaign to pass a constitutional right to abortion in Florida against the state's Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). The committee, Floridians Protecting Freedom, Inc., is accusing the AHCA of using taxpayer funds to promote GOP spin ...

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Sep 11 2024POLITICS

The Power of Your Vote: A Lasting Impact on Education

Imagine if your vote could have a lasting impact on the education system for years to come. But how realistic is this expectation? On election day, millions of Americans will head to the polls to cast their ballots, but what do they really know about the candidates and their stance on education? What if we told you that the outcome of this election could decide the f...

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Sep 10 2024HEALTH

Kamala Harris: A Champion for Women. . . With Some Serious Skepticism

Kamala Harris is generating unprecedented excitement among women, but is she really all she's cracked up to be? Let's take a closer look. On the surface, Harris checks all the boxes of what many women want in a leader. She clearly understands the issues that matter most (though one could argue there are numerous other pressing concerns beyond just those impacting wo...

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