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Ohio to Have Version of "Same Day Registration" for Early Voting
(August 14, 2008--Columbus, OH) Demos Responds to Ohio's "Same Day Registration" for Early Voting.
Election Day Registration Bill Stalls in Massachusetts House, Demos Responds
(August 4, 2008--Boston, MA) On July 31, the Massachusetts House concluded the 2008 legislative session without taking up the EDR bill that would have allowed voters to register and vote on Election Day. Demos President Miles Rapoport responds.
Policy Center Demos Responds to Housing Rescue Bill Signed Today, Calls for Additional Reforms
(July 30, 2008--Washington, DC) Today, Demos President Miles Rapoport responds to Housing Rescue Bill Legislation, and calls for further reforms.
Policy Center Demos Urges Support for "Credit Cardholder's Bill of Rights" Introduced in House of Representatives
(July 30, 2008--New York, NY) Today, Tamara Draut, Director of the Economic Opportunity Program, sent a letter to House Financial Services Committee Chairman Barney Frank and Spencer Bachus urging support for Credit Cardholder's Bill of Rights
Demos Praises Passage of Massachusetts Senate EDR Bill, Urges House to Act
(July 29, 2008--Boston, MA) Demos President Miles Rapoport issues the following statement on passage of Massachusetts Senate EDR bill...
Many African-American and Latino Families in Danger of Falling Out of Middle Class, According to New Report
(July 28, 2008--New York, NY) Landmark study based on new "Middle Class Security Index" developed by Demos and Brandeis University finds that 3 out of 4 African-American and 4 out of 5 Latino middle-class families are on shaky financial ground
Policy Center Demos Praises New Legislation Designating Veterans Affairs Offices as Voter Registration Sites
(July 25, 2008--New York, NY) Today, Miles Rapoport sent a letter of support to Senators Clinton, Feinstein, Leahy, Schumer, Kerry, Wyden, Reid, Murray and Obama for their sponsorship of VA Voter Registration Bill
Voting Rights Groups Encourage Voter Registration at VA Facilities
(July 21, 2008--Washington, DC) Today, leading voting rights groups called on James B. Peake, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, to reverse a recent decision that prohibits VA offices and facilities from offering voter registration.
Federal Court Orders Missouri Department of Social Services to Comply With Federal Voter Registration Law
(July 16, 2008--Kansas City, MO) Court finds widespread violations of rights of low-income persons under The National Voter Registration Act.
New Demos Report, "Beyond the Mortgage Meltdown," Published Today; Findings Announced at D.C. National Press Club Event, Teleconference
(June 25, 2008--Washington, DC) With millions of American families facing foreclosure and the U.S. Senate moving toward approval of a compromise bill, Demos takes stock of the housing market crisis in a new report released today.
Findings of New Report, "Beyond the Mortgage Meltdown," To Be Announced at 6/25 National Press Club Event
(June 19, 2008--New York, NY) Press conference to announce the findings of new report, "Beyond the Mortgage Meltdown: Addressing the Current Crisis, Avoiding a Future Catastrophe" issued by Demos, a non-partisan public policy center.
Rejected Lawsuit Against Ohio for Noncompliance with Federal Voter Registration law Appealed in U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
(June 12, 2008--Cincinnati, Ohio) Statement by Lisa Danetz regarding oral argument in the appeal of "Harkless, et al. v. Brunner, et al.", a lawsuit originally filed by individual citizens who were not offered the opportunity to register to vote in Ohio.
Oral Argument in Lawsuit Against Ohio Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner for Non-enforcement of Federal Voter Registration Law
Oral Argument before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit on appeal of the dismissal of "Harkless, et al. v. Brunner, et al.", a lawsuit originally filed by individual citizens who were not offered the opportunity to register in Ohio
"SICK", By Jonathan Cohn, Now Available in Paperback
(May 22, 2008--New York, NY) As the health care reform debate continues to intensify, millions of Americans are still struggling to find affordable medical care for themselves and their families.
Statement from The National Network on Election Reform Commending Gov. Sebelius for Veto of Voter Photo Identification Bill
(May 21, 2008--New York, NY) Statement Commending Gov. Sebelius for Veto of Voter ID Bill
Arizona and Justice Department Reach Settlement on Federal Voter Registration Law Implementation
(May 21, 2008--New York, NY) Demos President Miles Rapoport Issues Statement Regarding Arizona's Settlement with the Department of Justice on NVRA Implementation.
Critical "Same Day Registration" Law Led to Over 22,000 New Primary Election Voters
(May 16, 2008--New York, NY) North Carolina's new "Same Day Registration" (SDR) law allowed 22,293 new voters to participate in the state's high-turnout, May 6 primary election, according to recently published data.
Historic Gather of Young Activists in Washington DC to Address Economic Concerns Driving Youth Vote
(May 7, 2008--Washington, DC) On May 8th and 9th, nearly 200 young activists and leaders from around the country, and over two dozen youth and civic groups will gather in Washington, DC to address the growing economic plight of young voters.
America's Young Adults Face Serious Economic Challenges, According to New Data Report and Opinion Poll Analysis
(May 6, 2008--Washington DC) Demos and The Center for American Progress Publish New Studies, Presidential Candidate Questionnaires Also Released in Advance of Historic D.C. Gathering of Young Activists for Economic Reforms
Federal "Election Day Registration" Bill Introduced
(May 1, 2008--New York) Statement from Election Policy Center Demos outlines EDRs success...
TELECONFERENCE TO DISCUSS NEW REPORT AND POLL ANALYSIS OF YOUNG ADULT ECONOMIC CONDITIONS
(May 1, 2008--New York) Demos and the Center for American Progress Announce Findings of the "Economic State of Young America" and analysis of Polls on Young Voter Attitudes about Economy.
CAN JOHN MCCAIN ANSWER ELIZABETH EDWARDS?
(April 30, 2008--New York) Healthcare Issues Author and Demos Senior Fellow Jonathan Cohn renders a verdict on the presidential campaign's newest controversy.
Statement: Despite Little Proof of Fraud, Supreme Court Uphold Indiana's Strict Voter ID Law
(April 28, 2008--New York) Demos issues a statement responding the the SCOTUS ruling upholding Indiana's strict voter identifcation requirement.
Sen. John Edwards and Susan Berresford, Former President of the Ford Foundation, to be Honored at Demos Anniversary Celebration
(April 23, 2008--New York) "Realizing Democracy's Promise" Will be Held at St. Bart's Café, NYC, on May 15, 2008
Lawsuit Files Against Missouri for Noncompliance With NVRA Sec. 7
(April 23, 2008--Kansas City, MO) Lawsuit filed against Missouri for noncompliance with National Voter Registration Act's requirement that public assistance agencies offer voter registration services.
New Book Explores Hidden Story Behind Sky-Rocketing Debt in America
(April 15, 2008--New York) A new book tells the stories of countless families on the brink of financial collapse, and describes how failures of politics and policy allowed the financial industry to run amok.
"Just Another Emperor?" Book on "Philanthrocapitalism" Published
New York, NY-- Large-scale philanthropy by wealthy businesspeople, often from the information technology and finance sectors, is a major phenomenon of the 21st century--one whose impact is examined in "Just Another Emperor..."
Election Day Registration Would Boost Voter Participation in Massachusetts, According to New Report
(March 20, 2008--Boston, Mass.) Voter participation in Massachusetts will significantly increase if the state passes Election Day Registration (EDR) into law, according to a new report published today by Demos and MassVote.
New Study Showing Impact of EDR in Massachusetts to be Announced at 3/20 Press Briefing
(March 17, 2008--New York) Briefing for journalists on new report, Election Day Voter Registration in Massachusetts, to be published on March 20, 2008 by the non-partisan public policy center Demos, and MassVote.
Victory for Internet Political Speech--Ninth Circuit Makes Final its Ruling that Vote-Swapping Websites Are Entitled to First Amendment Protection
(March 13, 2008--New York) The Ninth Circuit has confirmed an important First Amendment victory for operators and users of political websites, denying California's petition for rehearing en banc in Porter v. Bowen.
Strongest Legislation Yet to Rein In Out-of-Control Credit Card Costs Announced by Senator Menendez
(March 12, 2008--Washington) "Credit Card Reform Act" will put the brakes on wild interest rate hikes, changes in terms of agreements and extreme penalties, among other practices
Sweeping Senate Proposal to Curb Credit Card Costs to be Announced March 12, 2008
(March 12, 2008--Washington) U.S. Senator Robert Menendez will announce a sweeping proposal to protect consumers from deceptive practices and exorbitant fees associated with credit cards.
Benjamin R. Barber's "CONSUMED" Now Out in Paperback
(March 10, 2008--New York) Renowned political scientist and Demos Distinguished Senior Fellow Benjamin R. Barber offers a vivid portrayal of the way that a consumerist mentality has superseded the public good in his latest book.
National Voting Rights Group Denounces Police Report's Attacks on Wisconsin Voter Registration Law
(February 28, 2008--New York) Demos President Miles Rapoport issues statement in response to a new report on the 2004 general election, published this week by the Special Investigations Unit of the Milwaukee Police Department.
Many African-American and Latino Families in Danger of Falling Out of Middle Class, According to New Report
(February 21, 2008--New York) Landmark study based on new "Middle Class Security Index" developed by Demos and Brandeis University finds that 3 out of 4 African-American and 4 out of 5 Latino middle-class families are on shaky financial ground.
New Report Shows States Ignore Registration Law, Fail Low-income Voters
Washington, DC--As the nation prepares for the 2008 election, a new study reveals that many states are routinely failing to offer low-income Americans an opportunity to register to vote as required by the federal National Voter Registration Act (NVRA).
Congressional Briefing on Middle Class Security Index Announced
(January 30, 2008--New York) Barriers to long-term stability, numbers of families at risk of falling out of middle class to be discussed January 30, 2008, Congressional and Press Briefing
"Making Waves and Riding the Currents: Activism and The Practice of Wisdom," A New Book by Founding CUNY Law Dean Charles R. Halpern
(January 29, 2008--New York) In "Making Waves," Charlie Halpern describes the evolution of a left-brain, aggressive attorney into an effective social entrepreneur-activist who brings a wisdom perspective to all his relationships.
New Book by Social Activist, Founding CUNY Law Dean Charles Halpern Published, To Be Discussed at NYC Launch Event on January 30, 2008
(January 23, 2008--New York) Demos co-founder, law expert and social activist Charles Halpern will be discussing his new book, "Making Waves and Riding the Currents: Activism and the Practice of Wisdom" on 1/30/08 at The Nathan Cummings Foundation.
Supreme Court Allows Spending Limits for Student Government Elections at University of Montana, Rejecting First Amendment Challenge
(January 7, 2008--New York) Spending limit levels the playing field for students of lesser means at the University of Montana.
International Committee Urged to Scrutinize U.S. Census Practices that Dilutes Voter of Minority Populations
(December 13, 2007--New York) The United States Census practice of counting prisoners in their districts of incarceration rather than their home districts for the purpose of establishing representation is a violation of international treaty.
Two Out of Three Middle Class American Families on Shaky Financial Ground, According to New Report
(November 28, 2007--New York) Landmark study based on new "Middle Class Security Index" developed by Demos and Brandeis University; Findings announced at 11/28 press tele-conference
New 'Middle Class Security Index' Report Findings to be Announced by Demos and The Institute on Assets and Social Policy at Brandeis
(November 26, 2007--New York) Barriers to long-term stability, numbers of families at risk of falling out of middle class to be discussed.
Provisional Ballot Problems Widely Reported in 2006, New Report Finds
(November 20, 2007--New York) Administrative Errors, Poor Training, Voter Roll Problems Urged To Be Fixed Before Election 2008
Demos President Miles Rapoport Testifies before the U.S. House Administration Sub-Committee on Elections
(November 9, 2007--New York) Miles Rapoport, President of Demos, discusses the benefits of Election Day Registration in the "Oversight Hearing on Election Day Registration" before the U.S. House Administration Sub-Committee on Elections.
New Report Details How American Families Rely on Credit Card Debt To Make Ends Meet
(November 7, 2007--New York) Americans' credit card debt grew by 315 percent--to $876 Billion--Since 1989; Depleting Home Equity To Cope
Robert Kuttner's "The Squandering of America" Now in Bookstores
(November 7, 2007--New York) Robert Kuttner's new book, "The Squandering of America," which examines the political and economic factors that contribute to the growing economic insecurity felt by millions of American families, is now in bookstores.
Distinguished Senior Fellow Robert Kuttner Testifies Before the House Financial Services Committee
(October 2, 2007--New York) Robert Kuttner addresses the issue of "Systemic Risk: Examining Regulators' Ability to React to Threats in the Financial System."
Fifth Annual "Interdependence Day Celebration" Brings Together Leaders in Mexico City
(September 25, 2007--New York) "Migration, Human Dignity and Interdependence" was the subject of this year's Interdependence Day Celebration.
Demos Experts on Election Law and Voting Rights Available to Comment on Voter ID
Brenda Wright and Lorraine Minnite Available for Interviews, Analysis
Jonathan Cohn, Author of Sick and Demos Senior Fellow, Available to Comment on Clinton Health Care Plan
(September 18, 2007--New York) How does Hillary's health care plan shape up? Veteran journalist Jonathan Cohn has the answers.
Intent to File Lawsuit Against Missouri for NVRA Non-compliance Announced at 8/23 Press Conference
(August 23, 2007--Missouri) Today, Demos and Project Vote, representing the community group ACORN, sent a letter of intent to sue the Missouri Department of Social Services if state proven noncompliant with NVRA Section 7.
Experts from Demos Available for Comment on Katrina Anniversary, Infrastructure and Public Investment
(August 21--New York) Demos experts available to comment on country's infrastructure needs.
August 6, 2007, Ninth Circuit Court Ruling Upholds Vote Swap Website As Free Speech
(August 6, 2007--San Francisco, CA) Today, the Nnth Circuit Court in California issued an important decision in a case on the legality of "vote trading" websites operating and shut down during the 2000 Election.
New Report Details How Credit Card Companies Have Shifted the Cost of Credit to Those Least Able to Afford It
(August 1, 2007--Washington, DC) Congress addresses credit card practices in special briefing with Rep. Keith Ellison (D-MN).
Demos Applauds Same-Day Registration Law in North Carolina; Urges DOJ Preclearance
(July 24, 2007--New York, NY) Demos applauds North Carolina Governor Mike Easley for signing the Same Day Registration bill passed by the North Carolina Legislature this month.
Statement on WA Gov Gregoire's Executive Order Improving NVRA Sec. 7 Compiance
(July 5, 2007--New York, NY) Demos and Project Vote respond to Washington Governor Gregoire's July 4 executive order that will help the state improve compliance with NVRA Sec. 7 public assitance agency voter registration requirements.
Demos Responds to Newly-Released Election Assistance Commission Report on NVRA
(July 3, 2007--New York) Demos, Project Vote and Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law call on the Justice Department to enforce the National Voter Registration Act after new report reveals dramatic decline in registrations among low-income voters.
Demos Reponds to 6/28/07 SCOTUS Ruling on School Integration
(June 28, 2007--New York/Boston) Brenda Wright, Legal Director at Demos responds to Supreme Court ruling striking down important public school integration measures.
Demos Fellow Jonathan Cohn, Author of New Book on Healthcare, Available to Comment on Michael Moore's Sicko
(June 27, 2007--New York, NY) Cohn says that Moore got a lot of little things wrong, but most of the big things right.
Demos responds to Supreme Court decision on campaign finance case
(June 26, 2007--Boston, MA) Supreme Court ruling on campaign finance case upholds influence of special interests on America's elections.
Response to 5/2007 NY Election Reforms
(May 10,2007--New York, NY) Demos applauds Governor Spitzer's proposed election reforms.
Demos Report Highlights North Carolina's Compliance with National Voter Registration Act
(May 8, 2007--New York, NY) New report shows that renewed NVRA implementation is helping to add eligible, low-income voters to the rolls in North Carolina.
Statement on Reports of DOJ Neglecting Enforcement of NVRA, Other Voting Rights Laws
(April 24, 2007--New York, NY) Miles Rapoport, President of Demos, issues a statement responding to reports that the Civil Rights Division at DOJ continues to neglect enforcement of critical voting rights laws.
Demos Statement on 4/18/07 Supreme Court Ruling on Financial Services
(April 20, 2007--Washington, DC) Statement from Cindy Zeldin,Demos, responding to SCOTUS ruling limiting state oversight of home finance industry.
Student Loan Scandal Statement
(April 16, 2007--New York) Statement from Tamara Draut on student loan scandal uncovered by of New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo.
SICK by Jonathon Cohn
(April 10, 2007--New York, NY) Demos announces the publication of SICK, a new book by Senior Fellow Jonathan Cohn.
Demos Applauds Iowa Governor, Legislature For Signing EDR Law
(April 4, 2007--New York) Demos applauds Iowa Governor Chet Culver for signing an Eleciton Day Registration bill into law, becoming the eighth state in the nation with EDR.
Demos Applauds Introduction of "Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act of 2007" in US House of Representatives
(March 29, 2007--New York)The Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act would prohibit and punish deceptive practices that aim to keep voters away from the polls on Election Day.
Report: Iowa's Would Get Voter Participation Boost With EDR
(March 22, 2007--New York/Des Moines) Report shows that voter participation in Iowa would get a boost if state passes Election Day Registration bill into law.
CONSUMED, By Benjamin Barber, Published
(March 21, 2007--New York, NY) Demos Distinguished Fellow Benjamin Barber's new book, CONSUMED: How Markets Corrupt Children, Infantilize Adults, and Swallow Citizens Whole, published.
Demos Statement: Count Every Vote Act's Pro-Voter Reforms Should Get Wide Congressional Support
(March 14, 2007--New York) Demos applauds re-introduction of the Count Every Vote Act and urges Congress to take action on its many important reforms.
Benjamin Barber A Distinguished Senior Fellow
(March 14, 2007--New York) Demos announces that Prof. Benjamin Barber, global democracy and citizenship expert, has joined Demos as a Distinguished Senior Fellow.
Demos Responds to CitiGroup Policy Change
(March 1, 2007--New York) Americans have $825 billion in credit card debt, and today CitiGroup took some first steps to reform out of control credit card practices. Demos issued this response.
Election Day Registration A Success in 2006
(February 22, 2007--New York, NY) Demos publishes new report showing that Election Day Registration a success--helped more than 750,000 register and vote in 2006.
Borrowing to Stay Healthy: 2/26/07 Congressional and Press Briefing in DC
(February 21, 2007--DC) Demos is hosting a Capitol Hill briefing on the the "Borrowing to Stay Healthy" report; Congress/staff and press invited.
New Report: States Not Meeting Access Requirements For Voters With Disabilities
(February 14, 2007--NYC/DC) New report by Noel Runyan, published by Demos and Voter Action, finds states noncompliant with HAVA and ADA voter access requirements; DRE's shown not to meet needs of voters.
Miles Rapoport's Response to President Bush's State of the Union Address
(January 24, 2007--New York) Miles Rapoport, President of Demos, issued the following statement on President Bush's State of the Union address.
Borrowing to Stay Healthy
(January 16, 2007 -- New York) Report finds that health care costs are forcing families to rely on credit cards, and drive up balances.
1/16/2007 Press Teleconference--Medical Debt Report Findings
(January 10, 2007--New York, NY) 1/16/2007 press teleconference call to announce findings of new report linking medical costs and rising credit card debt.
America's Young Adults Face Serious Economic Challenges
(December 4, 2006--New York, NY) 18-34 Year Olds Confronted With New Financial Obstacles Not Experienced By Previous Generation
Broad Voting Rights Coalition Calls For Independent Election Commission In Massachusetts
(November 20, 2006--Boston, MA)A broad coalition of organizations that care about the quality of elections in Massachusetts issues the following call for change:
Demos, NVRI Call for Revote in Florida's 13th District
(Novmber 15, 2006--NYC, Boston) Demos and NVRI call for a revote in Florida's 13th Congressional District, where more than 18,000 votes could have been lost on November 7.
Higher Interest Rates and Declining Home Prices Put American Families at Financial Risk
(November 14, 2006--New York, NY) Homeowners have been tapping into their home equity to get the cash needed to pay down credit card debt incurred not for luxury expenses, but for basic needs.
Rhode Islanders Applauded For Passing Initiative Restoring Vote to Citizens on Parole and Probation
(November 13, 2006--New York, NY) Demos, a national, non-partisan public policy and research center, issued a statement today applauding Rhode Island voters for passing a ballot initiative to restore the vote to citizens on parole and probation
Provisional Ballots Could Decide Key Races
(November 8, 2006--New York, NY) Control of the Senate, and the outcome of several House races, could come down to precise counting of provisional ballots, according to widespread reports.
Voter Suppression Tactics Could Mar 2006 Election, New Publication Finds
(November 2, 2006--New York, NY) In communities across the country, voters could be subject to intimidation and a variety of suppressive tactics meant to keep them from casting a ballot
Statement from Demos President Miles Rapoport: Problems at Polls Reported
(November 7, 2006--New York, NY) Voters Should Turn Out, Contact National Hotline As Machine, Database, Intimidation, ID and Other Challenges Arise
Experts, Research Available For Election Day Analysis
(November 6, 2006--New York, NY) Demos, A National Public Policy and Research Center, Offers Resources for Election News Reporting
Low Income Americans Failed By States That Ignore federal Voter Registration Law
(October 31, 2006--New York, NY) Decade of Noncompliance With National Voter Registration Act Highlighted In New Publication
Economic Instability For College Grads and Non-Grads, Despite Census Study's Findings
(Oct 27, 2006--New York, NY) Young adults, non-college grads and college grads alike, are experiencing destabilizing economic conditions and high levels of debt as they start their professional lives, in spite of news from the US Census Bureau this week
Poll Worker Training, Staffing Shortages Expected To Create Problems on November 7
(October 25, 2006--New York, NY) Troubles With Machines and Training During 2006 Primaries Illustrate Long-Term Under-Investment
Right To Vote Denied To More Than 5 Million Americans
(October 24, 2006--New York, NY) More than 5 million Americans are directly denied the right to vote, and millions more are misinformed about their eligibility to vote, due to a confusing and archaic national patchwork of "felony disfranchisement" laws
Boston Voter ID Proposal Could Deny Vote To Thousands of Citizens
(October 24, 2006--Boston, MA) The right to vote could be denied to thousands of eligible voters in Boston if the city adopts voter ID requirements in response to a proposal this week by City Councilor Jerry McDermott.
Publication Announcement: "Social Media" Pivotal to Reform Movements in United States, According to New Book
(October 24, 2006--New York, NY) MOMENTUM: Igniting Social Change in the Connected Age, Explores Populist Growth, Potential Impact of New Interactive Tools
Arizona's New Voter ID Requirement Will Prevent Citizens From Voting
(October 20, 2006--New York, NY)
Polling Sites Often Neglect Disability and Language Minority Access Requirements
(October 20, 2006--New York, NY) Millions of Voting Age Americans Covered By "Ballot Access" Laws Ill-Served By Election Administration
Voting Advocates Call on NJ to Improve Access to the Ballot Box
(October 19, 2006--Newark, NJ) In an effort to increase voter participation in the Garden State, high-profile voter rights' advocates, during a public forum today, will urge New Jersey to reform state election law to allow Election Day Registration
Provisional Ballot Problems Loom For November 7, According to New Publication
(October 17, 2006--New York, NY) Provisional ballots could again be a leading concern at the polls this year, with new figures showing one in three--more than 650,000 of 2 million cast--were left uncounted or discarded in 2004, according to a new briefing
New Voter ID Laws Could Cost Millions Their Right To Vote, According to New Briefing Paper
(October 16, 2006--New York, NY) Millions of eligible voters could lose their right to vote in coming years if new state and national photo identification and proof of citizenship requirements for voting are implemented, according to a new briefing paper
Statement From Demos Regarding GAO Study
(October 12, 2006--New York, NY) Government Report Confirms What American Families Already Feel: Credit Card Fees and Interest Rates Are Out of Control; Household Economy Suffers
Economic Opportunity, Healthy Democracy Should Be Central To Election Year Debate, according to new publication
(October 4, 2006--New York, NY) Demos Publishes Policy Guide--Fulfilling America's Promise: Ideas to Expand Opportunity and Revitalize Democracy
Voting Rights Group Denounces Passage of House Voter ID Bill: Experts Available for Interviews
(September 21, 2006--New York, NY) Demos, a leading national public policy organization, denounced the passage of the House of Representatives bill (H.R. 4844) also known as the "Federal Election Integrity Act of 2006"
Ohio Officials Sued Today for Violating Federal Voter Registration Law; Sec. Ken Blackwell Named As Defendant
(September 21, 2006--Cleveland, OH) A federal lawsuit filed in Cleveland today charges that Secretary of State Ken Blackwell and DJFS Director Barbara Riley violated the rights of thousands of low-income Ohioans by failing to provide voter registration
Major Voting Rights Lawsuit To Be Filed Against Ohio Officials; Secretary of State Kenneth Blackwell Named Among the Defendants
(September 20, 2006--New York, NY) Voting rights groups will announce the filing of a federal lawsuit charging that Ohio has violated federal voter registration laws despite repeated attempts by state and national organizations to work with Ohio officials
Publication Announcement: New Book Reveals the Stories of Millions of Americans in Search of Economic Security
(September 12, 2006--New York, NY) Today marks the publication of an illuminating new book, JACKED: How "Conservatives" are Picking your Pockets (whether you voted for them or not) by Nomi Prins, Senior Fellow at Demos
Publication Announcement: New Book Lays a Moral Roadmap to the American Center
(September 11, 2006--New York, NY) Today marks the publication of a groundbreaking new book on the moral landscape of America, The Moral Center, by David Callahan co-founder and Senior Fellow at Demos, a national public policy organization.
Groups Release Public Comments to NYS BOE Seeking Stronger Database Regulations that will Protect NYS Voters
(New York, NY -- August 8, 2006) Demos, NVRI and a number of organizations listed below respectfully submitted public comments today seeking improvements in draft New York State Database Regulations.
Voting Rights Act Reauthorization Statement
(New York, NY -- July 27, 2006) Demos and NVRI praise bipartisan support, full renweal of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Supreme Court Issues Campaign Finance Ruling
(June 26, 2006 -- NY/Washington) The U.S. Supreme Court today announced its decision in Randall v. Sorrell, striking down a comprehensive Vermont campaign finance law passed in 1997.
Praise for NY Assembly Committee on Election Law for Passing the "Voting Rights Notification and Registration Act"
(New York, NY--June 16, 2006) Praise for New York Assembly Committee on Election Law for passing the Voting Rights Notification and Registration Act on June 14th, a bill that would reduce barriers to voting by individuals with felony convictions.
Publication Announcement: New Book Sheds Light on Election Barriers in 21st Century America
(New York, NY--June 12, 2006) This week marks the publication of a groundbreaking and timely new book, STEALING DEMOCRACY: The New Politics of Voter Suppression by Spencer Overton
Study Demonstrates That Campaign Contribution Limits Do Not Harm Challengers
(June 1, 2006 -- New York, NY) The National Voting Rights Institute (NVRI) and the State PIRGs Democracy Program released a study today that found there is no support for the notion that campaign contribution limits hurt challengers.
Voting Rights Groups Notify Ohio Sec. Blackwell of Noncompliance With Voter Reg. Law
(May 18, 2006 -- Columbus, OH/NYC/DC/Boston) Ohio's noncompliance with a federal voter registration law could land the state in legal jeopardy, according to a letter sent by several national voting rights and election reform groups to Sec. Ken Blackwell.
Progress Made Protecting New Yorkers' Voting Rights
(May 11, 2006 -- New York, NY) Responding to recent studies showing persistent confusion among elections officials, the New York State Board of Elections has taken important practical steps to protect the voting rights of New Yorkers.
Announcement: Two leading national public policy and advocacy organizations sign affiliation agreement
(May 9, 2006 -- New York, NY and Boston, MA) This week, Demos: A Network for Ideas & Action and the National Voting Rights Institute (NVRI) announced that they have signed an affiliation agreement.
Publication Announcement: More Than 5 Million Americans Are Denied their Right to Vote; New Book Tells Their Stories and the Impact on Democracy in America
(April 27, 2006 -- New York, NY) This Friday, April 28, 2006 marks the publication of a groundbreaking and timely new book, CONNED: How Millions Went to Prison and Lost the Vote by Sasha Abramsky, award-winning journalist and Senior Fellow at Demos.
Local Boards of Elections are Blocking Thousands of New Yorkers from Voting, in Violation of State Law, According to a New Statewide Study
(March 15, 2006--New York, NY) Survey of 63 county boards of elections shows that fully one-third are systematically and improperly preventing formerly incarcerated persons from registering to vote
New York State's County Boards of Elections Misinform New Yorkers About Voter Eligibility, New Survey Finds
(March 10, 2006--New York, NY) Survey Findings, Impact and Corrective Measures Will Be Presented at March 15, 2006 Press Conference at New York State Capitol in Albany
American Families Pile Up Debt From 2001 to 2004 Federal Reserve Survey Finds, Economic Policy Group Responds
(February 24, 2006--New York, NY) Today, Demos responded to the new report from the Federal Reserve bank confirming what our research has shown over the years--that growing numbers of American households face mounting debt and financial instability.
Economic Security Group Demos Launches Online News Journal Around the Kitchen Table
(February 9, 2006--New York, NY) Web-based Source Analyzes Economic Trends That Affect American Households
Voting Rights Group Condemns Anti-voter Bills in Three States, Urges Citizens to Take Action
(February 3, 2006--New York, NY) Today, Demos, a national election reform and voting rights organization, issued the following statement condemning the passage of new restrictive voter ID requirements in New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Ohio and Georgia.
Research Highlights Importance of Ameriquest Settlement Exposing Widespread Appraisal Fraud, Predatory Lending Practices
(February 3, 2006--New York, NY) Reports on Home Refinance Boom and Appraisal Fraud available at www.demos.org
Democracy Reform Group Demos Launches Online News Journal Democracy Dispatches
(January 30, 2006--New York, NY) Web-based News and Analysis Source Offers New Insight, Fills Information Void On Election and Democracy-Reform Issues
Strapped: Why America's 20- and 30- Something's Can't Get Ahead by Tamara Draut
(January 17, 2006--New York, NY)Today marks the release of a groundbreaking new book; STRAPPED: Why America's 20- and 30-Somethings Can't Get Ahead, written by Tamara Draut, Economic Opportunity Director at Demos.
National Survey Shows That Americans Want Campaign Finance Reform
(January 5, 2006--Boston, MA) A Poll commissioned by the National Voting Rights Institute (NVRI) revealed overwhelming support for election campaign spending limits as a way of improving the fairness, honesty and integrity of elections.
Miles Rapoport On Election Day Registration Ruling by US Circuit Court in Hartford
(December 22, 2005--New York, NY) Miles Rapoport, President of Demos and former Secretary of the State of Connecticut, on Election Day Registration Ruling in Connecticut
Miles Rapoport Applauds Conn. Legislature For Passing Campaign Finance Reform
(December 1, 2005--New York, NY) Miles Rapoport, President of Demos and former Secretary of the State of Connecticut, applauds Connecticut Legislature for campaign finance reform measure.
Voting Rights Group Calls For Renewed Redistricting Reform After Californians Reject Prop 77
(November 10, 2005--New York, NY) Today, Miles Rapoport issued the following statement calling for renewed efforts to reform redistricting in California after voters rejected Proposition 77
"Colorado Votes for the Common Good"
(November 4, 2005--New York, NY) Today, Dianne Stewart issued the following statement applauding Colorado's voters for their recent decision to suspend a state spending restriction that was passed in 1993
National Voting Rights Group Urges Wisconsin Voters, Senate To Oppose Voter ID Amendment
(November 3, 2005--New York, NY) Today, Miles Rapoport urged the Wisconsin State Senate to vote against a photo ID amendment approved Tuesday by the Wisconsin State Assembly
Voting Rights Group Applauds Georgia Court Ruling That Upholds Injunction Against Voter ID Law
(November 1, 2005--New York, NY) Today, Miles Rapoport applauded Georgia Court of Appeal's decision to uphold the injunction against the new photo ID requirement
Voting Rights Group Applauds Iowa Court For Upholding Recent Executive Order That Restores Voting Rights To People With Felony Convictions
(November 1, 2005--New York, NY) Miles Rapoport, President of Demos stated that the court wisely affirmed the essence of Governor Vilsack's executive order issued in June
"Bankruptcy Law Threatens Financial Stability Of American Households" Says Economic Security Expert
(October 17, 2005--New York) New Research Shows American Families Use High-Cost Credit Cards To Make Ends Meet
New Survey Report Reveals Truth Behind Credit Card Debt Explosion in the United States
(October 12, 2005--Washington, DC) Citing Skyrocketing Costs, Dwindling Savings and Stagnant Wages, More American Families Are Turning To Credit Cards As Their Financial Safety Net
Survey Findings on American Household Debt To Be Released at October 12, 2005 Press Conference in Washington, DC
(October 10, 2005--Washington, DC) Groundbreaking Report Will Reveal Credit Cards Are New Safety Net For Low-and Middle-Income American Households in Fragile U.S. Economy
Demos Responds to Carter-Baker Commission Report
(September 20, 2005--New York, NY) No Silver Lining Here. Deeply Flawed Recommendations on Voter ID, Felony Disfranchisement and Others Overshadow Few Sound Policy Proposals
Members of Congress Urge Justice Department To Enforce Decade-Old Voter Registration Law
(September 20, 2005--New York, NY / Washington, D.C.) Today, Reps. John Conyers (D-MI) and John Lewis (D-GA), and 28 other leading members of Congress have called on the DOJ and Attorney General Alberto Gonzales to take immediate action on NVRA
Voting Rights Groups Respond to Carter-Baker Commission Report on Election Reform
(September 19, 2005--Washington, DC) Flawed Commission Procedures Yield Flawed Recommendations; Some Would Disfranchise Vast Numbers of Eligible Voters
Voting Rights Groups Applaud Iowa For New Voter Registration Efforts
(September 13, 2005--Des Moines, IA) Today, national voting rights groups ACORN, Demos, and Project Vote released a report highlighting Iowa's
Local, National Democracy Advocates Support Iowa Governor in Restoring Voting Rights to Thousands
(August 31, 2005 -- New York, NY) Local and national voting rights advocates await Muscatine County Holds Closed Teleconference Hearing on Historic Executive Order Ending Policy of Felony Disfranchisement.
State Legislators Gathered For National Conference Urged To Support Pro-Voter Election Reforms
(August 16, 2005 -- New York, NY) Today, Miles Rapoport, President of Demos and former Secretary of the State of CT, issued the following statement applauding state legislatures that have supported reforms promoting voter participation and fair elections.
Secretaries Of State Gathered For National Conference Urged To Support Pro-Voter Election Reforms
(July 22, 2005 -- New York, NY) Today, Miles Rapoport issued the following statement applauding Secretaries of State who have supported reforms that have lowered barriers to electoral participation.
Attendees at National Gathering of Secretaries of State Urged to Streamline Voting Registration Process for People with Felony Convictions
(July 22, 2005 -- New York, NY) As the National Association of Secretaries of State convenes today in St. Paul, Minnesota, the Right to Vote Campaign applauds Secretaries.
Up Next: Generation Change and the Leadership of Nonprofit Organizations
(July 20, 2005 -- New York, NY) The Building Movement Project a national initiative to promote nonprofit organizations to work towards social change, announces the release of Up Next: Generation Change and the Leadership of Nonprofit Organizations.
Attendees at National Gathering of State Governors Urged to Restore Voting Rights to People with Felony Convictions
(July 15, 2005 -- New York, NY) The Right to Vote Campaign applauds Governors Vilsack, Warner, Guinn, Riley, and others who took action to restore voting rights for thousands of people with felony convictions.
Carter-Baker Commission Asked To Oppose National Voter ID
(June 29, 2005 -- National) A broad group of civil and voting rights organizations issued the following statement today urging the recently-formed Commission on Federal Election Reform to reject any consideration of a national voter identification card.
Demos Responds To Wisconsin Voter ID Proposal
(June 28, 2005 -- New York, NY)Today, Miles Rapoport, President of the national election reform and voting rights organization issued the following statement in response to ongoing legislative efforts to create a statewide photo ID requirement for voting.
Election Day Registration Moves Ahead In Montana and Oregon; Litigation Pending in Connecticut
(June 24, 2005 -- New York, NY) Today Miles Rapoport, President of Demos, a leading national voting rights and election reform organization, issued the following statement in response to increasing momentum on Election Day registration (EDR) in the states
Silenced Citizens Demand a Voice and a Vote
(June 22, 2005 -- New York, NY) New York Coalition Declares Voting Rights Unfinished Business
Voting Rights Groups Respond To Iowa Gov's Executive Order Restoring Voter Eligibility To Formerly Incarcerated Citizens
(June 17, 2005 -- New York, NY) Today, Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack, joined by a bipartisan group of legislators, issued an executive order that restores voter eligibility to thousands of disfranchised Iowans. )
New York Voting Rights Coalition Asks State Senate to Reject Excessive Voter Verification Measures
(June 1, 2005 -- New York, NY) Today, The New York State Citizens' Coalition on HAVA Implementation announced a Press Conference to be held Thursday, June 2 In NYC to Highlight the Serious Problems With Senate Election Reform Proposals
Credit Card Debt Increasing Among African Americans and Latinos, New Report Finds
(May 19, 2005 -- New York, NY) Today, Demos released Costly Credit: African Americans and Latinos in Debt. The report analyzed credit card debt and the forces driving credit card reliance amongst African Americans, Hispanics and whites.
ACLU-New Jersey Study Reveals Faulty Administration Of Voter Disfranchisement Laws; Thousands Denied Right To Vote
(May 9, 2005) -- Today, Ludovic Blain, Associate Director of the Democracy Program at Demos, a national voting rights and economic opportunity group, issued the following statement on a new ACLU-NJ study that outlines deep flaws in NJ's felon disfranchise
ACLU to Announce Voting Rights Survey Results: Ex-0ffender Registration Problems Found in Almost Half of NJ Counties
(May 9, 2005) -- A news conference to announce the results on a survey conducted by the American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey revealing numerous legal violations by County Election Offices in registering voters.
National Voting Rights Group Voices Support For Wisconsin Governor Doyle's Veto Of Voter ID Bill
(May 3, 2005) -- Today, Miles Rapoport, President of the national election reform and voting rights group Demos: A Network for Ideas & Action, issued the following statement of support for Wisconsin Governor Doyle's veto of AB 63 / SB 32
New York City Council To Hold May 2nd Hearing On Election Reform
(April 29, 2005--New York, NY) Experts from Demos will testify in front of NY City Council hearings on election reform.
Election Assistance Commission's Proposed Guidelines For Statewide Voter Registration Lists Fall Short, Voting Rights Group Says
(April 27, 2005--New York, NY) April 26th Hearing In Boston Highlighted New Recommendations
Westchester Hearing to Highlight Problems with Voter Notification
(April 15, 2005--New York, NY) Election system in New York is riddled with misinformation about voter eligibility, say advocates.
Bankruptcy Bill Alert
(April 12, 2005 -- New York, NY) Demos urges Congress to recognize the fragility of our debt-driven consumer economy when considering the bankruptcy
New Demos Report Exposes Mortgage Fraud Epidemic
(March 24, 2005 -- New York, NY) Many First Time Mortgages And Refinancing Deals Could Have Falsified Property Values; Appraisers Tell Of Widespread Pressure From Lending Industry
Voting Rights Groups Charge Senate Bill Implementing Help America Vote Act (HAVA) Would Disenfranchise Thousands Of New Yorkers
(March 21, 2005 -- New York, NY) Claim that provisions on voter identification violate constitutional protections of the right to vote
US Senate Passes Dangerous Bankruptcy Law, Economic Policy Expert At Demos Responds
(March 14, 2005--New York, NY) Economic policy expert at Demos at Demos responds,
Economic Policy Organization Weighs In On The Bankruptcy
(Feb. 24, 2005--New York, NY) Misguided bankruptcy bill ignores the financial insecurity forcing families into debt and bankruptcy; economic consequences would be severe
Redistricting Proposals Fail to Address Needs of Californians According to Report Released By Public Interest Coalition
(Feb. 17, 2005 -- New York, NY/Los Angeles, CA) A new report, Drawing Lines: A Public Interest Guide to Real Redistricting Reform, released today by Demos and CGS, shows current proposals fall short of public interest goals.
Demos' Economic Opportunity Program Launches Online Research Clearinghouse For Bankruptcy Reform
(Feb. 9, 2005 -- New York) Demos launches its new Bankruptcy & Debt Clearinghouse, an online information center containing key research, data points and analysis on trends in debt, bankruptcy and credit industry regulation in the United States.
February 8th Event To Address "Real Estate Bubble" In US Market
(Jan. 31, 2005 -- New York, NY) Demos: A Network for Ideas & Action announced today that the Demos Forum on February 8, 2005, will address the growing concern about a "bubble" in the US real estate market -- and the crisis that could follow.
Report Finds Refinance Boom Threatens Family Financial Future
(Jan. 10, 2005 -- New York, NY) Demos report finds refinance boom could spell disaster for millions of homeowners.
Demos Supports Congressional Scrutiny of Ohio Election
(Jan. 6, 2005 -- New York, NY) Today Miles Rapoport, President of Demos and former Connecticut Secretary of State, released a statement in support of the Congressional investigation into widespread voting system failures in Ohio on Election Day 2004.
Response to Fifth Federal Reserve Rate Increase in 2004
(Dec. 15, 2004 -- New York, NY) Today Tamara Draut, Director of the Economic Opportunity Program at Demos, a non-partisan public policy think tank, issued the following statement regarding the recent fifth interest rate increase by the Federal Reserve.
EOP Program Releases New E-Journal "Around the Kitchen Table"
(Dec. 10, 2004 -- New York, NY) This publication is provided to you as a monthly resource for up-to-date information and analysis on economic trends and the everyday "kitchen table" issues impacting individuals and families across the nation.
New Report on Election 2004 Finds Widespread Failures in Provisional Balloting
(Dec. 6, 2004 -- New York, NY) Today Demos, a national non-partisan public policy organization, released a report documenting that, on November 2, the right to cast a provisional ballot was violated in election precincts across the county.
States with Election Day Registration Led Nation in Voter Turnout on Nov 2
(Dec. 6, 2004 -- New York, NY) Advocates for democracy had one strong reason to cheer on election night: higher voter turnout, especially among youth, reversed a decades-old trend of low electoral participation.
Demos, Other Voting Rights Groups Express Support For Ohio Recount
(Nov. 15, 2004 -- New York, NY) As organizations deeply committed to full participation and the quality of American democracy, we support the decision by presidential candidates David Cobb and Michael Badnarik to request a recount of votes cast in Ohio.
States Still Counting Provisional Ballots - Winners Of Many Statewide And Local Races Yet To Be Determined
(Nov. 12, 2004 -- New York, NY) Widespread challenges to our electoral system surfaced on November 2nd, according to thousands of documented cases of system failure collected by troubleshooters and monitors at election call-centers across the country.
Demos President Miles Rapoport Criticizes Lawsuits Aimed at Stopping Vote Counting in San Diego Mayoral Race
(Nov. 12, 2004 -- New York, NY) Today Miles Rapoport, President of Demos and former Connecticut Secretary of State, released a statement saying that tens of thousands of voters could be disenfranchised in San Diego.
Voting Machine Failures Widespread On Nov 2; Demos Calls For Ballot Audits, Transparency
(Nov. 9, 2004 - New York, NY) On November 2nd, troubling reports of voting machine errors flowed into election assistance call centers across the country by the thousands, calling attention to the need for accurate and transparent balloting procedures.
Demos Responds to Election Day: Higher Turnout Marred by System Failures; Calls for Renewed Commitment to Reform
(Nov. 3, 2004 -- New York, NY) Demos Responds to Election Day, Calling for Renewed Commitment to Reform.
Statement By Demos President Miles Rapoport On Extemely High Voter Turnout And Reports Of Breakdowns In Election Systems
(Nov. 2, 2004 -- New York) Statement by Miles Rapoport on High Voter Turnout
Demos Voices Support for U.S. District Court Rulings Barring Challengers from Ohio Poll Sites
(Nov. 1, 2004 -- New York, NY) Demos voiced its strong support for rulings by U.S. District Judges Susan Dlott and John Adams barring all voter "challengers" from Ohio voting places.
Demos, Right to Vote Coalition Denounce Attempt To Revive Florida Purge List
(Oct. 30, 2004 -- New York) Today Demos and Right to Vote Coalition members denounced attempts by the Republican Party of Florida to revive the seriously flawed purge list.
Increase In Early Voting A Positive Sign For Democracy
(Oct. 30, 2004 -- New York) Today Miles Rapoport, President of Demos, issued a statement supporting the increase in early voting in many states.
Statement by Demos President Miles Rapoport: Critical Shortage of Poll Workers
(Oct. 29, 2004 -- New York) Statement by Demos President Miles Rapoport: Critical Shortage of Poll Workers
Voter Fraud Minimal, Report Finds
(Oct. 29, 2004 -- New York) Despite allegations, report issued by Demos shows that voter fraud is minimal and distracts from real barriers to fair voting.
Pro-Democracy Group Demos Voices Support for South Dakota Secretary of State's Decisions on Voter Registrations
(Oct. 29, 2004 -- New York, NY) Demos voices its strong support for South Dakota Secretary of State Chris Nelson decisions on regarding counting voter registration applications without "double affirmations" of citizenship.
Statement by Demos President Miles Rapoport: Justice Department Must Side with Voters
(Oct. 29, 2004 -- New York, NY) President of Demos encouraged the Department of Justice to uphold the rights of all eligible voters.
Demos Statement On Alleged Destruction Of Voter Registration Forms In Nevada
(Oct. 29, 2004 -- New York, NY) Today, Demos issued a statement regarding the brewing voter registration scandal in Nevada.
Statement By Demos President Miles Rapoport On Broward County Absentee Ballot Fiasco
(Oct. 29, 2004 -- New York, NY) Demos President Miles Rapaport issued a statement today in repsonse to the reports of missing absentee ballots in Broward County, FL.
Demos Statement: Chilling Reports Of Voter Suppression Continue To Surface
(Oct. 28, 2004 -- New York, NY) Demos President Miles Rapoport issued statement today addressing reports of partisan efforts to prevent people from voting.
President's Statement: 'Quick Count' or 'Every Vote Counts'?
(Oct. 28, 2004 -- New York, NY) "We need to prepare to wait the election out and make sure we live up to our democratic principles."
Demos Responds to Provisional Ballot Rulings in Michigan and Ohio
(Oct. 27, 2004 -- New York, NY) The courts have done a disservice to our electoral process and certainly distorted the intentions of HAVA.
Support for Iowa Secretary of State's Decisions on Provisional Ballots and Voter Registration Applications
(Oct. 26, 2004 -- New York, NY) Demos voiced its strong support for Iowa Secretary of State Chet Culver's recent decisions regarding how to handle provisional ballots and voter registration applications.
Demos President Responds to Columnist George Will on Voter Fraud
(Oct. 26, 2004 -- New York, NY) The real challenges to fair elections are disenfranchising tactics, not voter fraud.
Young Americans Face Crushing Debt, Report Finds
(Oct. 21, 2004 -- New York, NY) New report shows younger americans face
100,000's Of Provisional Ballots Could Go Uncounted
(Oct. 20, 2004 -- New York, NY) Provisional ballot report finds that misinformation and improper procedures in election offices could invalidate 100,000s of votes.
Voter Purge Report: Countless Eligible Voters Will Be Cut From Voter Rolls
(Oct. 19, 2004 -- New York, NY) Purged! report provides an in-depth analysis of confusing, disorganized and often partisan processes used to
Demos, Project Vote Criticize DOJ After Meeting About NVRA Enforcement
(Sept. 28, 2004 -- DC/ NY) Today Demos and Project Vote, two leading, national nonprofit organizations dedicated to voter registration, criticized the Department of Justice for failing to remind states of their responsibilities under the NVRA.
Voting Rights Advocates To DOJ: "Enforce NVRA"
(August 18, 2004 - New York, NY) Two of the nation's leading voting rights organizations, Demos and Project Vote, sent a memo to the Justice Department requesting enforcement of Federal voting laws meant to boost registration rates of low-income citizens.
Inequality Conference To Highlight National Economic Crisis
(May 27, 2004 - New York, NY) Record gaps in wealth and income in the spotlight as Moyers, Ehrenreich and dozens of national experts address "Inequality Matters" conference.
New Campaign Will Register Thousands of Formerly Disenfranchised Voters
(April 15, 2004 - New York, NY) The Release the Vote: Unlock the Block Campaign is mounting a major public information campaign to educate, mobilize and register thousands of people formerly incarcerated for a felony conviction.
A New Reality for Older Americans: Retiring in the Red
(Feb. 18, 2004 -- New York, NY) New Report from Demos shows America's seniors taking on unprecedented levels of debt to cope with shrinking retirement income and rising health care costs.
Felony Disenfranchisement Laws Should be Repealed
(Nov. 24, 2003 -- New York,NY) Two new publications document the undemocratic and unfair nature of depriving convicted citizens of the right to vote.
Report Finds Credit Card Debt Explosion
(Sept. 8, 2003 -- New York, NY) Americans faced a massive rise in credit card debt during the 1990s, according to a new study,
Failure to Enact Election Day Registration is Loss for Voters
(November 6, 2002 -- New York, NY) Initiatives to eliminate barriers to voting and increase democratic participation are defeated in California and Colorado
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