Observers see rights violations in the race for governor in Georgia
#TakeAction and make your voice heard on voting rights in Georgia and the US
With just two weeks to go before Election Day, Brian Kemp, Georgia’s Secretary of State and GOP-nominee for governor has suspended 53,000 voter applications, and removed 107,000 registered voters for not voting in 2016. The suspended applications are disproportionally African American and minority residents, with 70% belonging to a minority group.
As Georgia’s voter registration ended on Oct. 9, it is unclear if those affected will be able to exercise their right to vote without a reversal of this decision. The latest polling average from RealClearPolitics has Brian Kemp up by 1.5% over Stacey Abrams, while FiveThirtyEight gives Kemp a .4% advantage. Abrams would be the first black woman to be elected governor in US history.
#TakeAction to make sure you’re ready to vote on Election Day
Registering to vote is the first step toward making your voice heard on Election Day. This midterm election season is amongst the most anticipated in decades. The Pew Research Center has predicted that higher turnout in primaries will result in record voter turnout.
Once you’ve registered, you’ll need to know where to head to on Nov. 6. Use the Action Button below to find your polling station. Be sure to also sign up for vital election reminders so that you can prepare for 2020, special elections, and learn more about voting in your state.
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