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The Future Of Free And Fair Elections

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Voting Integrity and Political Turbulence

This chapter examines the Justice Department's push for voter data in over 30 states to investigate undocumented immigrant voting amidst concerns about election integrity. It outlines the decentralized nature of the U.S. electoral system, potential legal challenges, and recent political proposals affecting voting methods, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. The discussion highlights the impact of partisanship on election administration and the historical threats to voter participation and election legitimacy.

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