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Selects: Are Election Laws Designed to Suppress Voting?

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Voter Fraud and Suppression Tactics

This chapter examines the contentious debate over voter fraud claims and the impact of voter ID laws on electoral participation, particularly for marginalized groups. It explores historical instances of voter suppression techniques, including voter caging and misinformation campaigns, that disproportionately affect minorities and low-income individuals. The discussion also highlights the complexities surrounding voting rights for incarcerated felons and the systemic inequalities that influence access to the ballot box.

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