Voter suppression, seen in various forms, disenfranchises minority voters and hinders their right to vote. The Brennan Center for Justice reports 34 restrictive voting laws in 19 states in 2021, mostly supported by Republicans, affecting minority voters. Also, organized groups aim to control the election process, spreading misinformation and challenging voting machines.
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Voter Apathy
According to a 2020 Pew Research Center study, only 52% of Americans express interest in voting, down from 62% in 2016. Reasons for apathy include feeling votes don't matter, busyness, and lack of political interest. To address this, measures like easier registration, voter education, and adapting voting methods are important to counter the impact on elections.
Greg C. Miller, Author 