News & Commentary about Voting Rights

Voting is the cornerstone of our democracy and the fundamental right upon which all our civil liberties rest. The 51Æ·²è works to protect and expand Americansʼ freedom to vote.
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Jul 5, 2018
51Æ·²è Legal Director David Cole on the Supreme Court's Uncertain Future

Jun 28, 2018
The Supreme Court’s Term Just Ended. Here’s How Civil Liberties and Rights Fared.

Jun 21, 2018
Court Recognizes Threat Kobach Poses to Election Integrity

Jun 15, 2018
Maine Passes ‘People's Veto’ to Overturn Legislature and Preserve Popular New Voting System

Jun 11, 2018
Despite Supreme Court Ruling, Voting Is Still Not a ‘Use It or Lose It’ Right

May 23, 2018
Why Ohio’s Congressional Map Is Unconstitutional

Apr 19, 2018
Court’s Ruling Holding Kobach in Contempt Is Well-Deserved

Apr 11, 2018
Automatic Voter Registration Is on the Rise