voter disenfranchisement

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Push for voting rights strengthens amid voter suppression backlash

As the election primary enters full swing, voter suppression laws and intimidation tactics are increasingly hindering voter participation across the country. In Tennessee, a new law requires signage at polling places warning voters that they can be charged with a misdemeanor if they vote for a candidate in a party

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5 Min
By: Sravya Tadepalli

Felon re-enfranchisement restores more than civil rights

Voting allows people convicted of felonies to participate in and shape their communities, helping reintegration and reducing recidivism

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9 Min
By: Tamar Sarai

Restoring voting rights to those trapped by the carceral system goes beyond successful legislation

Formerly disenfranchised voters need a variety of support systems and resources to fully regain access to the ballot

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10 Min
By: Tamar Sarai

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