Op-Ed: Voting Rights Should Be Treated Like Our Nation's Critical Infrastructure
"As we’re seeing in the Senate, roads and bridges— not the stability of our democracy— elicit bipartisan cooperation," Black PAC Executive Director Adrianne Shropshire says.
Black Women Leading the Fight For Voting Rights
This summer has brought protests, rallies and arrests for the cause.
Supreme Court Upholds Arizona's Restrictive Voting Laws
Some experts say Supreme Court decision gives states cover to burden voters of color under the pretext of preventing voter fraud.
Justice Department Sues Georgia Over GOP Voting Restrictions
The DOJ lawsuit follows Georgia's passage of SB 202 in March, a bill Stacey Abrams called “nothing less than Jim Crow 2.0"
GOP Senators Block "For the People Act"
After Republican filibuster to block the sweeping voting rights legislation, White House, voting rights advocates vow to fight.
Black Women’s Roundtable Focuses on Voting Rights & Police Reform at Critical Time
“It’s important for Black women to leverage our vote, our leadership and our voices,” said Melanie L. Campbell, President & CEO, National Coalition on Black Civic Participation (NCBCP).
Black Voters Matter to Kick Off “Freedom Ride” for Voting Rights on Juneteenth
Dozens of national organizations will partner with BVM on voter outreach amid suppression efforts.
Attorney General Merrick Garland Announces Plans to Protect Voting Rights
The new AG announced plans to double enforcement staff to protect the right to vote.
Vice President Kamala Harris to Lead White House Efforts to Protect Voting Rights
Hundreds of bills that advocates say restrict voting have been introduced nationwide.
Michelle Obama and Celebs Pen Open Letter About Fight For Voting Rights
“When We All Vote” effort urges people to contact their U.S. Senators
Tennessee Challenged To Address Issues In Voting Rights Restoration Process
Suit demands Tennessee officials address inequities in the restoration process provided under the law.
Kerry Washington To Testify At Select Subcommittee On Coronavirus Hearing
The remote hearing will center around ensuring a free, fair and safe general election, even amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Tenn. Gov. Signs Law That Could Cause Some Protesters To Lose Voting Rights
Gov. Bill Lee signed a law that would impose harsher penalties on certain types of protests, like illegally camping on state property.
Valerie Jarrett: We Have An Opportunity To Change The Culture Around Voting
Valerie Jarrett, the Board Chair of When We All Vote, reflects on the impact of Rep. John Lewis' legacy and the importance of voting.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam Signs Series Of Bills To Expand Access To Voting
Among the bills signed into law by Gov. Ralph Northam, one makes Election Day a state holiday in Virginia and one expands absentee voting.
Inside The CBC’s Fight Against Voter Suppression
Reps. Marcia Fudge (D-Ohio) and Terri Sewell (D-Ala.) spoke to ESSENCE about the steps the Congressional Black Caucus is taking to help protect voters ahead of the 2020 elections.
Judge Rules Florida Can't Stop Ex-Felons From Voting Because Of Outstanding Fines And Fees
After Amendment 4 was passed, Florida's GOP-controlled legislature pushed through a bill classifying fines and fees as part of a sentence.
Supreme Court Blocks Wisconsin From Extending Absentee Ballot Deadline Amidst Pandemic
On the same day, the Wisconsin Supreme Court blocked Gov. Tony Evers' executive order which moved to delay the state's primary until June.
Missouri Mayor Turned Away While Trying To Vote In Primary
Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas was told that he "wasn't in the system," at the same polling place that he has been going to for over a decade.