VOTING RIGHTS
Voting Rights Protection
Strengthen and enforce laws that protect the voting rights of all citizens, regardless of race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status.
Prohibit discriminatory practices such as voter suppression, gerrymandering, and voter intimidation.
Enhance penalties for violations of voting rights to deter misconduct.
Felon Voting Rights Restoration
Implement measures to restore voting rights for individuals with felony convictions upon completion of their sentences, including probation and parole.
Simplify the process for felons to regain their voting rights and provide support to educate them about their restored rights.
Expansion of Protections for Minority Groups
Enhance efforts to combat voter discrimination and ensure equal access to the electoral process for minority groups, including racial and ethnic minorities, language minorities, and individuals with disabilities.
Increase resources for voter education and outreach programs targeting underrepresented communities.
Universal Registration Upon Age of Majority
Automatically register eligible citizens to vote upon reaching the age of majority (18 years old) through a universal registration system.
Streamline the registration process by leveraging government databases and allowing individuals to optout if they choose not to be registered.
Expansion of Polling Areas
Increase the number of polling places to ensure adequate coverage and reduce long wait times.
Allocate resources to establish polling places in underserved areas, including rural communities, lowincome neighborhoods, and areas with historically low voter turnout.
Mandate that there be a minimum of one polling place for every 10 square miles to improve accessibility and convenience for voters.
Improved Accessibility
Enhance accessibility in polling places for individuals with disabilities, including providing accessible voting machines, signage, and trained staff to assist voters with special needs.
Implement measures to accommodate voters who face language barriers, such as providing multilingual poll workers and translated voting materials.
Voter Education and Outreach
Launch comprehensive voter education campaigns to inform citizens about their voting rights, registration processes, and important election dates.
Collaborate with educational institutions, community organizations, and media outlets to disseminate accurate and nonpartisan information.
Enhanced Security Measures
Invest in robust cybersecurity infrastructure to protect voter registration databases, voting machines, and election results from interference or hacking attempts.
Implement rigorous protocols to verify and authenticate voter identities, while ensuring privacy and data protection.
Regular Evaluation and Oversight
Establish a nonpartisan oversight body responsible for monitoring and evaluating the implementation of these reforms, as well as investigating any allegations of voter rights violations.
Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement and ensure the effectiveness and integrity of the electoral process.
Public Funding for Elections
Explore options for public funding of elections to reduce the influence of money in politics and promote fair and competitive campaigns.
Establish transparent and accountable mechanisms for allocating public funds to qualified candidates.