Elections

NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces indictment for alleged bribery and illicit campaign financing. The case questions the integrity of public financing, spotlighting legal reforms.

Gerrymandering, a long-standing political tactic, gives the GOP a head start with 16 extra House seats in 2024, undermining fair representation, especially for communities of color. The Supreme Court’s stance and demographic changes heighten the stakes, while the Freedom to Vote Act offers potential reform.

Campus leaders and election officials can ensure a smooth voting experience for over 8 million first-time voters by collaborating on clear communication, anticipating campus-specific challenges, and sharing vital information to streamline the process. This coordination helps mitigate long lines and improves accessibility, supporting the democratic engagement of young Americans.

Since 2020, states like Michigan have changed vote counting laws to speed up results by allowing early mail ballot processing. Meanwhile, states like Pennsylvania and Wisconsin have maintained restrictive rules, causing potential delays in finalizing election outcomes. These changes reflect varying legislative responses to the challenges of increased mail voting and have significant implications for the speed and transparency of future elections.

Ohio lawmakers are misleading voters with a deceptive description of an anti-gerrymandering measure on the November ballot. Citizens Not Politicians, a coalition, sued to correct the language. The amendment aims to transfer map-drawing power from politicians to an independent citizen commission, ensuring fair representation and ending secretive district manipulations.

Arizona’s congressional races see a surge in national donor funding, with 74% of contributions from out-of-state. This shift raises concerns about candidates prioritizing national interests over local constituents, especially amid election denial narratives.