Political Science assign 2
POL-SCI 101ILE ASSIGNMENTVOTINGWith the landmark ruling Shelby County v Holder (2013), the authority of the federal government tomonitor state level changes to election processes was eliminated. Many attribute this single act asthe cause for increased voter suppression efforts seen in recent elections, and in the run-up to the2022 election. Given voting rights are fundamental to our democracy, it is important to understandwhat is currently occurring at state level through an exercise related to the topic.TASK: CHANGES IN VOTING LAWSPART A. You will research four (4) major issues affecting elections (see below). Follow thedirections for each issue listed. When researching, consider only events/changes and laws thatcame after the 2020 elections or in the run-up to the 2022 midterm. All four categories require aminimum of 250 words for a total of two (2) pages minimum using the formatting guidelines at theend of the document.1. Obstacles for voters: In a number of states, new laws making it harder for individuals tovote are on the books. They can include items such as stricter voter ID requirements,reduced voting hours, minimized eligibility for mail-in ballots, limited number of drop boxes,no early voting, etc. States with notable restrictive practices include Arizona, Florida, Texas,Georgia, and Wisconsin.a. Select two states from the above list or from your own research and outline therange of methods employed to obstruct or limit people’s ability to vote in eachstate. Provide some detail on each, for instance ~ how it works, who the obstructionis targeting, the reasons given for the new obstacle and if the reason is valid, etc.2. Changes in how the vote is counted and certified: A number of states have enacted orproposed changes in laws that takes power away from those normally charged withcounting and certifying elections, and instead giving the role to state legislatures who areoften partisan or over-represent one party. Approximately eight states have enacted theselaws: Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Oklahoma, and South Carolina.a. Select two states from the above list or from your own research and outline thechange in each, how it will be implemented and how it can impact the election.3. Gerrymandering: Altering district lines after the census to favor one political party overanother, or to marginalize/discriminate against a group of voters has been a long traditionin our nation. However, these efforts ramped up considerably after the 2020 election andcensus. Some states with new, gerrymandered district lines have been challenged in courtand include North and South Carolina, Alabama, Louisiana, Georgia, Arkansas, Ohio, Texas.a. Select two states from the list above or from your own research. Explain how eachstate was gerrymandered, and the impact the changes have on the state politicalprocess. (Gerrymandering is explained in your text, but if you want an easy YouTubeversion click the 3-minute video – Gerrymandering, explained | The Washington Post -YouTube )4. Voter/election worker intimidation: There have been numerous reports of citizen groups orindividuals intimidating both election workers and actual voters. These incidents haveramped up in recent weeks.a. Find examples from two states of either voter or election worker intimidation anddescribe the method used. Include, if possible, who is responsible and what thefederal, state or local authorities are doing to help stop these efforts.PART B. Final QuestionPlease add a section of at least 250 words detailing` the larger lessons you learned from completingthe assignment.FORMATTING AND SUBMISSION: See outline belowName: Only at topFormat: 1-inch margins, 11-12 font, 1.5 spacingPages: Total, 2.5-3 pages and separate bibliography page, MLA formatPoints: Approx. 45Useful Sites to Explore: ACLU, COMMON CAUSE, BRENNAN CENTER FOR JUSTICE, DEMOCRACYDOCKETEXAMPLE OUTLINEYOUR NAME_______________________________________Introduction: 2-3 sentencesPART A: ISSUES* Issue 1: 250 words, 10 points* Issue 2: 250 words, 10 Points* Issue 3: 250 words, 10 points* Issue 4: 250 words, 8 pointsPART B: YOUR TAKEAWAYS* Your views: 250 words, 7 points* Bibliography: Separate page in MLA format, note the source by issueTOTAL POINTS: 45 points
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