As the 2024 US presidential election nears, early voting is now underway in several states, including Minnesota, South Dakota, and Virginia. Democrats and Republicans are vying for voter turnout, particularly among marginalized groups.
The Supreme Court's 2013 decision to overturn key protective provisions has impacted voter participation, prompting calls for a new 'John Lewis Voting Rights Act' to ensure free and fair elections. Despite new restrictions on early voting and stricter identification rules, progressive activists and politicians are pushing to utilize early voting to their advantage.
According to the Center for Election Innovation and Research, 97% of voters have the option for early voting. Swing states like Michigan and Nevada are making efforts to ease voting access, while in Georgia, radical Trump supporters are attempting to influence the vote count.
Kamala Harris has garnered significant campaign funds following Biden's withdrawal from the race, while Trump has requested a court to delay rulings in his case until after the election. Meanwhile, early voting has already seen high participation in certain cities, reflecting the heightened engagement in this pivotal election.
