voter suppresion
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Shaq Wants 1st Time Voters to Know They Aren't Alone With Shocking Reveal: 'I Have a Confession'
First-time voters, you’re not alone. While Republicans would love nothing more than for you to stay your ass home on Election Day, there are plenty of you who will be casting a ballot for the very first time. And to the surprise of many—myself included—among that number is NBA legend-turned-serial pitchman, Shaquille O’Neal. On the…
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What’s on the Minds of Young Black Voters? BET Hosts Panel Discussion Between Kamala Harris and HBCU Students
If you’ve heard it time and time again—Black voters are the cornerstone of the Democratic party, even as they have, historically and presently, faced substantial obstacles to having their voices heard at the ballot box. What is less certain, however, is to what degree young Black voters will turn up at the polls. On Tuesday,…
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BET and National Urban League Launch Black Voter Day to Ensure Black Voices Are Heard at the Ballot Box
The diversity and political potency of Black voters is no secret, especially during a presidential election many regard as the most consequential of our lifetimes. Recognizing this, BET and the National Urban League on Friday launched the first Black Voter Day, aimed at encouraging Black Americans to vote and circulating important resources to help them…
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Honoring a Nation’s ‘Conscience’: How Will Lawmakers Pay Tribute to Rep. John Lewis’ Legacy?
It is hard to sum up civil rights icon and longtime congressman John Lewis’ legacy—much less find suitable ways of honoring it. But as the country grapples with losing one of its most esteemed public servants, ideas have poured forth on how to properly pay tribute to the life and deeds of a man frequently…
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Life of a Henchman: Sore Winner Brian Kemp Sics Georgia Ethics Commissioner on Stacey Abrams
Do you know what a henchman is? They’re faceless, nameless, losers who do the dirty work for the villain in movies or TV shows. Henchmen are easy to recognize; just look for the endless stream of guys in ridiculous matching outfits getting knocked down, thrown off of bridges, or set on fire in a climactic…
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Pay Attention: They Are Trying to Keep You From Voting
Are you registered to vote? Have you confirmed that your voter registration is valid and ready to go for Election Day? Even if you think you are positively sure everything is OK with your registration, double-check it again—it’s imperative that you do. According to a report by Salon, voters in Georgia stand a 1 in…