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Maine voters decisively rejected a Republican-backed proposal that would have imposed stricter voting restrictions, including limiting early voting, requiring photo ID, banning prepaid absentee envelopes, and reducing drop boxes. The defeat sends a clear message in the broader national debate over voting access, especially as Maine’s voting methods—favored by many in its aging and rural population—are now protected. The proposal’s defeat reflects Maine's support for easier voting, contrasting with efforts in other states to tighten voting laws. Will this boost efforts to expand access nationwide? More details: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/04/us/politics/maine-voting-ballot-measure.html?smid=nytcore-android-share #VotingRights #Maine #Election2024 #VoterAccess #Democracy #VotingReform #midterms

The Brown Plan

By getting cold feet over voting reform, Labour has missed an opportunity that might have saved the union

Martin Roche @BylinesScotland

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https://bylines.scot/politics/the-brown-plan/