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Tomorrow: National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday, Sept. 17

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Tomorrow: National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday, Sept. 17

Common Cause in Connecticut encourages all eligible and current voters to either register or update their registration on National Voter Registration Day, Tuesday, Sept. 17.

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CT is one of only four states without early voting – the former secretary of the state is trying to change that

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CT is one of only four states without early voting – the former secretary of the state is trying to change that

“I couldn’t really walk away from this,” said Merrill, who expects to work with another group that filed with the SEEC last month called Vote for Democracy. Cheri Quickmire, executive director of Common Cause in Connecticut, the election watchdog who is a member of that group, said she expects Vote for Democracy to work hand-in-hand with Yes for Freedom to Vote Early.

“We’re looking forward to combining our efforts and make sure this amendment passes at the ballot box and comes back to the General Assembly to hammer...

Denise Merrill (opinion): It’s time for CT to say ‘yes’ to early voting

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Denise Merrill (opinion): It’s time for CT to say ‘yes’ to early voting

It’s no secret that numerous states are actively taking steps to impede voting access for millions of Americans, which will discourage voting, create more bureaucratic barriers, and depress voter turnout. In recent years Connecticut has taken a different and better path — rightly addressing restrictive laws and making voting easier for all eligible Connecticut citizens.

CT Viewpoints: Early voting will open the polls to more CT voters

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CT Viewpoints: Early voting will open the polls to more CT voters

Can’t find childcare – it’s hard to vote. Have an unexpected business meeting in Manhattan that pops up on your calendar – it’s hard to vote. Work two jobs – it’s hard to vote. Taking care of your elderly family member – it’s hard to vote.

Establishing an early voting period is a move that addresses both voter equity and accessibility by allowing a longer time frame for you to vote.

Early election voting on the table as state officials target Connecticut’s restrictive voting rules

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Early election voting on the table as state officials target Connecticut’s restrictive voting rules

“This isn’t a Republican or a Democrat issue, this is about ensuring all Connecticut voters have the freedom and the ability to vote in elections,” Ed Hawthorne, president of the Connecticut AFL-CIO, said, adding that he has seen people in scrubs get out of their cars on Election Day, saw how long the lines were, and left.

80+ Candidates Go on Record about Proposed Election Changes

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80+ Candidates Go on Record about Proposed Election Changes

“Connecticut voters deserve the absolute best version of democracy. Knowing where your candidates stand on these issues is the first step toward making Connecticut a leader in the freedom to vote.”

Report finds 16 Connecticut legislators have joined ‘far-right’ Facebook groups

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Report finds 16 Connecticut legislators have joined ‘far-right’ Facebook groups

While Connecticut conservatives haven’t been so bold as elected officials in red states, their enrollment in the Facebook groups indicates the need for more public vigilance, said Cheri Quickmire, executive director of the election watchdog Common Cause in Connecticut.

“Extremism isn’t only in certain states like Florida and Arkansas, but it’s alive in Connecticut,” Quickmire said Friday while reviewing the report. “I find this disturbing.” She recalled the controversy last year over the teaching of American...

CT GOP endorses a social moderate, Themis Klarides, for U.S. Senate

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CT GOP endorses a social moderate, Themis Klarides, for U.S. Senate

"Republicans also expect a three-way primary for secretary of the state. Dominic A. Rapini of Branford won the endorsement, trailed by Brock L. Weber of New Britain and Rep. Terrie Wood of Darien."

CT Democrats diversify in picks for treasurer and secretary of the state

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CT Democrats diversify in picks for treasurer and secretary of the state

"Rep. Stephanie Thomas got the endorsement for secretary of the state after several frantic hours of lobbying and vote-swapping at the Democratic convention in Hartford on Saturday. (...)
She defeated an accomplished list of candidates including Sen. Matt Lesser of Middletown, Rep. Hilda Santiago of Meriden, Rep. Joshua Elliott of Hamden and New Haven’s Health Director Maritza Bond. (...)
All three Democratic candidates for state treasurer, and four of the five candidates for secretary of the state, earned a spot on the primary...

In Last Hours of Legislative Session, Pro-Voter Bills Still Need to be Passed

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In Last Hours of Legislative Session, Pro-Voter Bills Still Need to be Passed

Both bills received near-unanimous support during their public hearings, and both bills were reported favorably out of Committee more than a month ago but have not yet received a vote in either chamber.

Civil Rights groups, leaders call for passage of bill that protects against voting discrimination

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Civil Rights groups, leaders call for passage of bill that protects against voting discrimination

HARTFORD, Conn — With about two weeks left in the general session, voter advocate organizations and leaders gathered outside the state Capitol on Thursday to urge lawmakers to pass a voter's rights act in Connecticut.

"This bill gives Connecticut the strongest protection against voting discrimination of any state law ever," explained Steven Lance, Policy Counsel with the NAACP Legal Defense Fund. Advocates explained that SB 471 could be a huge step forward, especially for communities of color.

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