Voting Rights

Voting is the cornerstone of our democracy and the fundamental right upon which all our civil liberties rest. The ACLU works to protect and expand Americansʼ freedom to vote.

Voting Rights

The fight for voting rights remains as critical as ever. Politicians across the country continue to engage in voter suppression, efforts that include additional obstacles to registration, cutbacks on early voting, and strict voter identification requirements. Through litigation and advocacy, the ACLU is fighting back against attempts to curtail an essential right in our democracy: the right to vote.

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Why Counting the Vote Can, and Should, Take Time

On Election Night, standard procedure and state-based policies mean elections officials may still be counting ballots after Election Day. This is normal.
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Vote Your Values, Fight for Your Rights

It's never been more important to cast a ballot. (No really, we're not just saying that!)