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Section 5 Or Section 8

This week the Supreme Court is scheduled to hear arguments in Shelby County v Holder.  This case is an attempt to negate Section 5 of the 1965 Voting Rights Act.  The plaintiffs claim that the provisions of Section 5 are … Continue reading

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A “Minor” Election

How many times have you heard someone say, usually in a bragging voice, I only vote in the big elections?  These people act as though they are so savvy and important that they can only spare their precious time for … Continue reading

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