SS 2600 Lecture Notes - Voter Suppression, Gerrymandering, Early Voting
Document Summary
Voting is one of the most fundamental rights of american citizens. It is a way for the people to have a say in how their country is run, to express their opinions, and to hold their leaders accountable. However, voter suppression has been an ongoing issue in the united states, which has the potential to threaten this fundamental right. Voter suppression is a set of practices that are used to prevent eligible voters from voting. In this essay, we will explore what voter suppression is, the different forms of voter suppression, and how we can combat it. Voter suppression has been an ongoing problem in the united states. It is a practice that has been used for years, and it targets specific groups of people. The most common targets of voter suppression are people of color, young voters, and low-income individuals.
