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The Right To Vote in the U.S. Constitution – Part Three
In this third part of our series on voting rights, we dive into the role of individual voters who have driven change through ballot initiatives and referendums. From early suffrage movements to recent ballot measures aimed at restricting or expanding voter access, this article explores how citizens have taken the power of voting rights into their own hands—and the impact they’ve made.
The Right To Vote in the U.S. Constitution – Part Two
After the Civil War Congress passed a number of constitutional amendments to try and manage and limit the restrictions states used to limit who could vote in elections.
A Win for Democracy: Two Georgia Judges Rule Election Board Must Certify Election Results
On October 14, 2024, Judge Robert McBurney of the Superior Court of Fulton County, Atlanta Judicial Circuit issued a final order in the civil action Adams v. Fulton County.
The Unfinished Story of Our Right to Vote Part One
This is the first in a series examining the Right To Vote in the United States. The first part of this series will examine the Right To Vote as derived from the United States Constitution.
The Challenges of Appealing The Trump Classified Documents Case
Brief #229 – Civil Rights Policy Brief
by: Rod Maggay
The Trump classified documents case presents a pivotal moment in legal history, as the dismissal by Judge Aileen Cannon and subsequent appeal by Special Counsel Jack Smith challenge established legal precedents. As the case navigates through the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, its outcome could have far-reaching implications for the 2024 presidential election and the rule of law.
Judge Aileen Cannon’s Dismissal of Trump’s Case Ignores Legal Precedent and History
Brief #228 – Civil Rights Policy Brief
by: Rod A. Maggay
Judge Aileen Cannon’s recent dismissal of Trump’s case defies established legal precedents, raising significant concerns about judicial impartiality. By relying solely on a contentious interpretation of the Appointments Clause, Cannon’s decision could set a troubling precedent for the future of special prosecutors.
Takeaways From the Presidential Immunity Decision
Brief #227 – Civil Rights Policy Brief
by: Rodney A. Maggay
The presidential immunity case was expected to be a blockbuster case and when it finally was handed down it did not disappoint. The case was always going to be controversial. While there are notable points to highlight, a closer examination of the decision reveals…
The Supreme Court Bump Stock Ruling Explained
Brief #226 – Civil Rights Policy Brief
by: Arvind Salem
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court struck down the ATF’s bump stock ban, ruling it an unconstitutional overreach of executive authority. This verdict not only impacts the regulation of gun accessories but also sets a precedent that could undermine future gun control efforts.
Louisiana Requiring Display of Ten Commandments In All Public Schools Is Unconstitutional
Brief #225 – Civil Rights Policy Brief
by: Rod Maggay
Louisiana’s House Bill No. 71, which mandates the display of the Ten Commandments in all public school classrooms, is a brazen assault on the separation of church and state. This divisive legislation not only tramples on constitutional rights but also risks alienating non-Christian students in a state-funded endorsement of one religion.