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Lawmakers in ALEC Network Push Bills to Intimidate Voters of Color

Posted on May 27, 2021 by Trish Nelson

Republican state legislators, including dozens tied to the corporate-funded American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), are pushing to loosen restrictions on poll watching, which has historically been aimed at preventing Black Americans from voting. These poll watching initiatives are part of … Continue reading →

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What’s The Matter With Wisconsin?

Posted on September 24, 2014 by Trish Nelson

talkingpointsmemo.com/ An armed militia group in Wisconsin plans to confront people who signed the petition to recall Gov. Scott Walker (R) at the polls on Nov. 4. The “Wisconsin Poll Watcher Militia” will check the names of those on the … Continue reading →

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Voter Intimidation In Iowa: Public Hearings Thursday

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Trish Nelson

Iowa CCI members to Secretary Schultz:  Throw Voter Intimidation Rules Out! Secretary of State of Matt Schultz will hold public hearings at 2pm Thursday on a rulemaking package designed to intimidate immigrants and potentially suppress the vote. Iowa Citizens for … Continue reading →

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