Debating Non-Citizen Voting Rights

This chapter explores the contentious issue of non-citizen voting in local elections, particularly in New York City, where a law passed in 2022 sought to expand voting rights to lawful permanent residents. The discussion highlights legal challenges and arguments surrounding the interpretation of the New York Constitution, specifically the term 'citizen.' Participants analyze the implications of expanding voter eligibility and the roles of the judiciary and legislature in shaping these critical rights.

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