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For far too long, special interests, ultra-wealthy donors, and vote suppressors have dominated our politics and attempted to silence the voices of everyday Americans, especially in Black and Brown communities.
America's democracy is under attack as the MAGA agenda seeks to undermine our democratic institutions, erode the rule of law, and strip away the rights that ensure every voice is heard and every vote counts. Join us to champion our rights, freedoms, and democracy, hold our leaders accountable to the people's will, and inspire voters to make a meaningful difference.
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Protect Democracy News Briefs - October 23, 2024
Jimmy Carter Voted Thanks to the GOP’s Least Favorite Law
Mother Jones By Julia Métraux
This week, soon after his 100th birthday, former President Jimmy Carter was able to vote in his home state of Georgia—in part thanks to protections under the Voting Rights Act.
Democrats eye voting rights bill as first priority in House majority
The Hill By Mychael Schnell, Mike Lillis
Clark also pointed to the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, which would reinstate a portion of the 1965 Voting Rights Act nullified by the Supreme Court in 2013.
Nebraska Supreme Court upholds felon voting rights
Newsweek By Shannon McDonagh
Historically, Nebraska law restored voting rights to felons two years after completing their sentences.
Why Latino Voting Rights Activists Are Worried About Election Disinformation
New York Times by Jazmine Ulloa
Tonight, my colleague Jazmine Ulloa has a look at why Latino voting rights activists are more worried than ever about the threat of disinformation.
Voting rights advocates in Georgia prepare for Election Day voting restrictions
ABC News By Ivan Pereira
The S.B. 202 regulations went into effect in the 2022 election, and voting rights groups say the results are a preview of the challenges that they will face in a couple of weeks.
Georgia Supreme Court Rejects GOP Push for Hand Count of Votes
Common Dreams By Jessica Corbett
Voting rights advocates on Tuesday cheered the Georgia Supreme Court's unanimous decision to reject Republican efforts to require a hand count of votes and another rule that could delay certification of the results for the November 5 election.
Two rulings restore calm to Georgia elections rules - for now
The Guardian By George Chidi
The Georgia Republican party said it would appeal the ruling, while voting rights groups hailed the victory.
People Power United’s Statement on Protecting Democracy
In response to recent MAGA shenanigans to suppress votes and stop voting rights bills like the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act from passing, People Power United - a progressive grassroots group - issued the following statement:
“America's democracy is under attack as the MAGA agenda seeks to undermine our democratic institutions, erode the rule of law, and strip away the rights that ensure every voice is heard and every vote counts. There is no power like that of the people, and People Power United stands ready to protect our communities against any and all injustices,” said Laurie Woodward García of People Power United.
People Power United will continue to oppose such harm to our community and champion civil rights for all.
Join us to build People Power! Together, we can champion our rights, freedoms, and democracy, hold our leaders accountable to the people's will, and inspire voters to make a meaningful difference.
Laurie Woodward Garcia (paid with hugs and kisses, not bought by special interests)
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Real Patriots Don’t Go Around Destroying American Democracy
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