Republicans Are Suing for the Right To Harass Election Workers
In recent weeks, there have been a series of lawsuits aimed at undoing protections for election workers.

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In recent weeks, there have been a series of lawsuits aimed at undoing protections for election workers.
If we want to preserve what we have left we have to acknowledge the very real and present threat and demand champions who will fight back.
Yes, the Supreme Court, another institution of democracy, bent to accommodate Donald J. Trump. Maybe it was the correct decision.
The people who represent us impact our success personally and as a community in myriad ways.
Bolstered by his three new hires, Michael Whatley has promised to “work around the clock to file aggressive litigation where needed.”
With the fate of democracy hanging in the balance, we are left wondering whether the courts are up to the task of holding Trump accountable at all.
The Supreme Court docket is long, but for now, at least, it bent toward Trump.
That we got to this point so quickly after Roe v. Wade was demolished should surprise no one. This was always the plan.
It’s a tale as old as time in Ohio, but Republican officials are again using their authority to thwart efforts to expand the people’s power.
The path to a brighter future lies in the hands of those who are ready to step up and lead.