Today, Explained The Supreme Court may disenfranchise you now
Oct 27, 2020
Ian Millhiser, a legal expert from Vox covering the Supreme Court, dives into the recent ruling affecting Wisconsin’s absentee ballot deadline. He discusses how this decision could disenfranchise voters, especially in key states. Millhiser highlights the tension between state laws and voter protection, revealing the alarming impact of gerrymandering on election results. He also explores upcoming election litigation battles, emphasizing how the landscape of voting rights is shifting amid a Republican-majority court.
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Supreme Court Ruling on Wisconsin Ballots
- The Supreme Court ruled against extending Wisconsin's mail-in ballot deadline.
- This decision disenfranchises voters whose ballots arrive after Election Day.
Split Decision and Winning Argument
- The Supreme Court's decision was split 5-3, along conservative-liberal lines.
- The winning argument prioritized state legislature's power over federal courts in setting election deadlines.
Dissenting Justices' Argument
- Dissenting justices argued that the right to vote outweighs strict adherence to deadlines.
- They highlighted the pandemic's impact on voting access and potential disenfranchisement.