Tag: Voting rights
GOP ready to block elections bill in Senate showdown
WASHINGTON — The Democrats’ expansive elections and voting bill is all but certain to be rejected in a key test vote in the...
In Senate vote, Biden sees ‘step forward’ for elections bill
WASHINGTON — The White House said Monday it views the Senate's work on an elections bill overhaul and changes being offered by Sen. Joe...
NYC mayoral primary will be big test for ranked vote system
NEW YORK — Voters will likely pick the next mayor of New York City next week in a Democratic primary that will also be...
Back home: Biden has daunting to-do list after European tour
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden is facing a formidable to-do list now that he’s back from his summit-filled trip to Europe, with pressing legislative...
US Mint to issue quarters honoring notable American women
Poet and author Maya Angelou, America’s first woman in space and a revered Cherokee Nation leader are among female trailblazers whose likenesses will appear...
Q&A: Abdul-Jabbar talks new documentary, MLK, social justice
LOS ANGELES — Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is an NBA legend, but the man known for his trademark skyhook shot has also devoted his life advocating...
Dems set voting bill showdown as GOP rejects Manchin plan
WASHINGTON — The Senate is set for a key vote Tuesday on a sweeping rewrite of voting and election law, setting up a dramatic...
Back home: Biden has daunting to-do list after European tour
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden is facing a formidable to-do list now that he’s back from his summit-filled trip to Europe, with pressing legislative...
Senate Democrats press ahead on voting bill despite dim odds
WASHINGTON — Senate Democrats pledged to forge ahead with a likely doomed vote on their sprawling elections and voting bill next week, even as...
Senate Democrats press ahead on voting bill despite dim odds
WASHINGTON — Senate Democrats pledged Tuesday to forge ahead with a likely doomed vote on their sprawling elections and voting bill next week, even...