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Voter Suppression

Election Report Supporter Toolkit (Article)

The 2020 election saw us facing unprecedented challenges, including a global pandemic, rampant mis- and disinformation, and claims of voter fraud. The League's 2020 Election Impact Report shows how we and our supporters used advocacy, litigation, education, and more to ensure that every American had the tools and information they needed to vote.

2020 Election Impact Report (Article)

The 2020 election saw the greatest participation in our nation’s history. Throughout election season, the League worked tirelessly to ensure voters had the information and the access to make their voices heard.

Demystifying The Rules: The For the People Act in Committee (Blog)

On May 11, the For the People Act will enter a process called "markup." As we celebrate this progress and work towards passage, it is important to understand the markup process and potential outcomes.  

LWV calls on Senate to hold DC Statehood hearing (Legal Document)

LWVUS joined 51 for 51 and over 100 organizations asking for a hearing on DC statehood. 

Voting Rights Groups Sue To Stop Voter Suppression Bill in Georgia (Press Release)

LWV of Georgia, along with partners, filed a lawsuit against the state of Georgia to prevent enforcement of SB 202, an omnibus voter suppression bill signed by Georgia Governor Brian Kemp last week.

Celebrating Black Women Who Helped Pave the Way for More Black Women in Politics (Blog)

Board president, Dr. Deborah Turner reflects on the contributions to voting rights advancement from Black women. 

Federal Court Approves Landmark Settlement Between Voting Rights Advocates and Private Security Company Charged with Voter Intimidation (Press Release)

A federal judge approved a sweeping settlement in a lawsuit brought by voting rights advocates against a private security contractor, Atlas Aegis, for illegal voter intimidation in Minnesota.

Only 11 Black Senators in U.S. History (Blog)

Senator Warnock's historic win in Georgia highlights how voter suppression disproportionately impacts voters of color.

The Post and Courier: Commentary: How ‘safe’ SC Election Districts Turn Voters invisible (News Clips)

LWV of South Carolina wrote an op-ed about the upcoming redistricting cycle and how "safe" districts silence the voice of voters.

USA TODAY NETWORK: COVID-19 changed election rules in the South. Now activists see chance for reform (News Clips)

Changes to election laws due to COVID-19 creates an opportunity for election reform in some southern states.