SmartLess "Stacey Abrams"
Oct 19, 2020
Stacey Abrams, a renowned political leader, activist, entrepreneur, and best-selling author, sheds light on the pressing issue of voter suppression. She discusses tactics used to disenfranchise marginalized groups and the critical need for civic engagement. The conversation also touches on corporate responsibility in advancing social justice and the importance of accountability in the electoral process. Abrams emphasizes that everyone can make a difference through informed participation while weaving in her personal journey through activism and writing.
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Voter Suppression Tactics
- Voter suppression tactics include making registration difficult and limiting voting access.
- Republicans often target voters of color and students, who tend to vote Democratic.
Impact of Voter Suppression
- Voter suppression tactics were successful in Georgia's gubernatorial race.
- Abrams lost by 50,000 votes after 1.4 million voters were purged from rolls.
Fighting Suppression in Georgia
- In 2018, 53,000 voter registrations were held up, mostly people of color.
- Efforts mitigated some suppression, but new tactics constantly emerge.
