Voter

Policy Center Stands Firm Against Gray’s Bid to Quash Voter Registration Lawsuit

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JACKSON, Wyoming — A policy center is opposing a request from a prominent local official to dismiss a lawsuit concerning voter registration practices in the state. The ongoing legal battle highlights tensions surrounding electoral procedures and the accessibility of voting for residents. The dispute centers on a lawsuit that challenges the methods used by the local electoral authority in registering voters. The Policy Center argues that these practices may disenfranchise potential voters and undermine the integrity of the election process. With motivations tied deeply to ensuring fair access to voting, the group claims that the … Read more

Federal Lawsuit Sparks Debate: Justice Department and NC Elections Board Reject Outside Interventions in Voter List Case

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RALEIGH, N.C. — The U.S. Department of Justice and the North Carolina State Board of Elections are objecting to requests from several advocacy groups to intervene in an ongoing federal lawsuit concerning the state’s voter registration lists. Organizations including the Democratic National Committee, the state chapter of the NAACP, the League of Women Voters of North Carolina, and the North Carolina Alliance of Retired Americans are seeking to join the case as defendants. The Justice Department initiated the lawsuit in late May, claiming that North Carolina election officials have violated the Help America Vote Act … Read more

Ohio’s Growing Voter Regulations Spark Fierce Debate on Democracy and Access

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CLEVELAND, Ohio — As debates surrounding voter regulations intensify, experts warn that proposed changes in Ohio could undermine the democratic process. According to Atiba Ellis, a law professor and distinguished research scholar, these measures might result in more eligible voters being blocked than any instances of fraud being prevented. Ellis argues that both state and federal initiatives aimed at tightening voting laws are grounded in misconceptions. He, along with other critics, contends that such regulations are not just unnecessary but may also discriminate against certain groups, ultimately leading to voter suppression. The concerns arise from … Read more

DOJ Sues North Carolina Election Board Over Voter Registration Compliance Ahead of Crucial Midterms

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RALEIGH, N.C. — The U.S. Department of Justice has initiated a federal lawsuit against North Carolina’s election officials, alleging violations of federal election laws related to the voter registration process. Filed on Tuesday, the complaint contends that state authorities have not ensured that voter registration applications adhere to necessary identification requirements. The lawsuit seeks a court order to compel the North Carolina election board to take prompt action to address the issue, especially as local elections are set to begin in September. The suit highlights growing concerns over election integrity amid scrutiny from both state … Read more