What’s the Deal With Photo ID Laws?
To understand why these laws are increasingly popular, particularly in red states, we’re diving into their history, where they can be found and why they’re problematic for voters.
Analysis
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Minnesota’s Democracy for the People Act Unpacked
Minnesota’s Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party is ready to use its new trifecta control to improve voting access, already introducing a major package of pro-voting reforms, the Democracy for the People Act.
Ohio’s New Voter Suppression Law Unpacked
Ohio Republicans’ House Bill 458 is the first major voter suppression law to be enacted after the 2022 midterms. Here, we unpack exactly what this law will do and how it will impact Ohio voters.
How Gerrymandering Helped Republicans Win the House
It’s impossible to know what would have happened under a different set of maps, it’s entirely plausible that Republicans won the House thanks to gerrymandered maps — and a few helpful assists from the courts.
How Republicans Target Young Voters
Republicans are passing laws restricting young voters’ ability to vote. Unfortunately, Republicans have many tools at their disposal to suppress young votes — here are some ways they make it harder for young Americans to vote.
How Congress Addressed the Issues of the 2000 Presidential Election
On the 20th anniversary of Help America Vote Act’s enactment, we’re explaining how the 2000 election spurred federal legislation, what the HAVA did and how it is still used in litigation today.
Candidate Q&A: Rochelle Garza on Her Run for Texas Attorney General
In our latest candidate Q&A of the 2022 cycle, Texas attorney general candidate Rochelle Garza lays out her pro-democracy platform.
Ballot Measures Roundup
In 11 states this year, voters will have a say in how their state’s elections will work, with numerous democracy-related ballot measures on the ballot in the midterm elections. Here, we break down all the measures affecting democracy.
Candidate Q&A: Katie Hobbs on Her Run for Governor of Arizona
In our latest candidate Q&A of the 2022 cycle, Arizona gubernatorial candidate and Secretary of State Katie Hobbs (D) lays out her pro-democracy platform.
50 States of Lawsuits: Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is rampant with new lawsuits. This litigation will not only influence which votes are counted in Pennsylvania this year, but it may change how Pennsylvanians are able to vote in future elections as well.
