Supreme Court's Assault on US Democracy Reaches New Heights
The conservative-dominated Supreme Court has gutted Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, continuing a decade-long trend of undermining democratic institutions and voter protections.
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Alabama lawmakers have approved new congressional districts following a court ruling that the previous map diluted Black voting power. The redrawn map adds a second majority-Black district.
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The Guardian argues that first-past-the-post is ill-suited for multiparty politics, as local and devolved elections reveal fragmented allegiances. Proportional representation is needed for fairer outcomes.
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The US Supreme Court heard arguments on a case that could further weaken the Voting Rights Act, with conservative justices signaling support for stricter rules on racial gerrymandering claims.
US Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act (30.04.2026)
The US Supreme Court has gutted a key provision of the Voting Rights Act, reducing protections against racial discrimination in voting, while oil prices surge above $126 a barrel.
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Louisiana Republicans suspend upcoming primary elections after the Supreme Court ruled the state's congressional map unconstitutional, sparking legal and political backlash.
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Nearly 1 million Californians signed to support a ballot measure requiring photo ID to vote, backed by Republican Carl DeMaio. Democrats oppose it, citing voter suppression concerns.
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Labour MPs Urge Starmer to Delay Voting Age Cut to 16
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As UK local elections approach, millions of residents are disenfranchised due to nationality restrictions, with campaigners demanding voting rights for all.
Alaska Voter Data Lawsuit: Groups Sue Over DOJ Sharing
Voting and civil rights groups sue Alaska election officials, alleging the sharing of voter registration data with the U.S. Department of Justice violates state constitutional privacy rights.
Woman Pleads Guilty to Registering Dog to Vote in California
A California woman has pleaded guilty to misdemeanor charges after registering her dog to vote in two state elections, claiming she aimed to expose flaws in the voting system.
Voter Registration Surges on Deadline Day, Youth Lead
Over 110,000 applications to vote were submitted on the final registration day, with more than two-thirds from people under 35, ahead of elections across the UK on May 7.
Ex-Wisconsin Man Gets 20 Months for Illegal Campaign Donations
A federal judge sentenced a former Wisconsin man to 20 months in prison and a $150,000 fine for funneling over $400,000 into U.S. elections after renouncing citizenship.
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India's Parliament debates a bill to reserve one-third of seats for women, a move that could reshape electoral boundaries and heighten political tensions nationwide.
Virginia Joins National Popular Vote Compact, US Nears Popular Vote
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signs the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact into law, bringing the total electoral votes under the agreement to 222, just 48 short of the 270 needed to activate it and potentially decide presidential elections b
Save America Act Poses Major Threat to US Voting Rights
The latest version of the Save America Act could disenfranchise millions of voters with strict ID and citizenship requirements, creating chaos for election officials during the midterm elections.
US Postal Union Launches Mail-in Voting Ad Campaign
The American Postal Workers Union has initiated a national television advertising campaign to advocate for mail-in voting, emphasizing its efficiency and safety amidst political controversies.
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The American Postal Workers Union launches a national TV ad campaign advocating for mail-in voting, entering a politically charged debate fueled by President Trump's skepticism and executive orders targeting the practice.
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