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In win for voters, Oklahoma Supreme Court overturns restrictions on ballot measures

The Oklahoma Supreme Court Tuesday overturned restrictions on the ballot measure process, paving the way for voters to more easily exercise their right to direct democracy. Republicans across the country have fought to restrict ballot measures, making it more difficult for voters to override the legislature.  The Oklahoma Constitution allows voters to place measures on […]

By Andrew Childers

This week at Democracy Docket: Election chiefs huddle to combat Trump’s meddling, and an illegal draft executive order aims to give him control of elections

The most restrictive voting bill ever passed by a chamber of Congress. The Department of Justice’s grab for state voter rolls. And a potential executive order giving President Donald Trump the power to take over elections — the Constitution be damned.

By Zachary Roth

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