Behind Bars, Out of the Ballot Box: The Fight for Universal Suffrage in Rhode Island

WASHINGTON, D.C. — As primary election ballots are cast across Rhode Island today, a quiet but significant segment of the population remains conspicuously absent from the polls. While the state…

Beyond the Bars: The Case for Universal Suffrage in Oregon’s Criminal Legal System

In the corridors of Oregon’s state capitol, the discourse surrounding democracy often centers on accessibility, ease of registration, and the integrity of the ballot. Yet, for over 13,400 adults currently…

The Fight for Universal Suffrage: Maryland’s Push to End Felony Disenfranchisement

WASHINGTON, D.C. — As Maryland approaches its June 23 primary election, a coalition of civil rights organizations and justice reform advocates has intensified its campaign to eliminate the final vestiges…