Elections Justice Department in opposition of SB1 limiting voting assistance The Justice Department confirms that Section 208 of the Voting Rights Act guarantees certain assistance for voters with disabilities. Mary Claire WootenJune 19, 2024
Elections Former AG Eric Holder releases statement on 1st anniversary of Allen v. Milligan The ruling reinforced Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. StaffJune 10, 2024
Congress Sen. Merika Coleman officially joins Congressional District 2 race Sen. Merika Coleman announces candidacy for Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District, highlighting her diverse experience and commitment to transformative leadership. Patrick DarringtonNovember 11, 2023
Congress Sewell praises adoption of a fair Alabama congressional map “Now more than ever, we must restore the full protections of the Voting Rights Act," Sewell said. StaffOctober 6, 2023
State A somber anniversary: 60 years since the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing APR spoke with former Sen. Doug Jones to get his thoughts on the 60th anniversary of the Birmingham tragedy. Patrick DarringtonSeptember 15, 2023
Courts Alabama files emergency appeal to Supreme Court in redistricting case Alabama asked the Supreme Court to order a stay so that the maps can be used in the upcoming election season. Patrick DarringtonSeptember 13, 2023
Courts Plaintiffs ask special master to consider VRA remedial plan as remedy The VRA plan was rejected by the Republican House majority in favor of a plan by Speaker Pro Tem Chris Pringle, R-Mobile. Jacob HolmesSeptember 12, 2023
Courts Federal court rejects latest Alabama congressional map The judges criticized the state for failing to follow the Supreme Court order to create a second opportunity district for Black voters. Jacob HolmesSeptember 5, 2023
Courts Singleton plaintiffs argue State’s map is racially gerrymandered The Singleton plaintiffs had their day in court Tuesday, arguing that the state's map committed racial gerrymandering. Jacob HolmesAugust 16, 2023
Featured Opinion Opinion | Alabama’s defense of its voting maps had a specific target The state's defense of its voting maps was weak and ineffective at the District Court level. But that wasn't the target audience. Josh MoonAugust 15, 2023