Crystal Mason: Texas woman sentenced to five years over voting error acquitted
Crystal Mason’s case is a powerful example of the unjust system that seeks to suppress minority voters. Her conviction and subsequent five-year sentence for a voting error is a glaring reminder of how voter suppression tactics are still prevalent in our society. The fact that she attempted to cast a provisional ballot while on parole, and was met with such severe consequences, is not just. It is heartening to see her finally acquitted, but the fact that she had to endure seven years of legal battles is a travesty.… Continue reading
Mike Johnson’s eye rolls during Biden’s speech were a stark reminder of the battle that lies ahead this fall. It is not just about political differences but about the fundamental values that shape our nation. The Republican control of the House of Representatives is not just a political opposition; it is a sickness that needs to be removed from the body politic. Johnson’s behavior, his lack of professionalism, and his indifference to critical issues showcase the toxicity that has seeped into our political system. His actions, and those of his cohorts, reflect a dangerous trend of putting party over country.
The upcoming elections present a clear choice between religious oppression or individual freedom, supporting a free Ukraine or Communist Russia, improving working conditions or cutting social security and Medicare, protecting the environment or allowing corporations to pollute with impunity, fair taxation or burdening the working class, and many other critical issues.… Continue reading
European Parliament to Vote on Stripping Hungary of EU Voting Rights
Finally, some action is being taken against Hungary’s Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán, and his incessant obstruction of progress within the European Union (EU). The European Parliament has agreed on a resolution that proposes stripping Hungary of its EU Council voting rights. As someone who has been following the situation closely, I can’t express enough how necessary and overdue this decision is.
The root cause of this resolution can be traced back to Orbán’s veto of the crucial €50 billion financial aid package for Ukraine. This move not only hindered the EU’s efforts to support Ukraine but also demonstrated Orbán’s willingness to use his power to further his own agenda, regardless of the repercussions for the rest of the EU.… Continue reading
https://www.newsweek.com/marjorie-taylor-greene-calls-it-wise-bar-democrats-who-move-red-states-voting-1664155
On Wednesday, the Georgia congresswoman posted on Twitter that “brainwashed people” who move from California and New York need a “cooling-off period.” Her comment was in response to a Twitter user who wrote he supports discriminating against Democratic transplants, including restricting their ability to vote for a period of time. He also wrote that they should have to “pay a tax for their sins.”
Republicans are waging full scale war on our voting institutions. This isn’t some off hand joke, it’s a statement from an elected US official. She deadass believes this, and odds are good that swaths of republicans do as well.… Continue reading
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