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A Win For Fair Elections, A Victory for Fairness in Redistricting, and A Victory for Voting Rights For All

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In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court ruled in Moore v. Harper that state legislatures cannot ignore their state constitutions while making rules for federal elections.  This case was a test of independent state legislature theory as some of North Carolina legislators argued that their state’s supreme court could not invalidate their redistricting. Their argument was that their legislature had the power to set state rules for federal elections, with no oversight from state courts.  This argument failed.
“Women Watch Afrika is happy to see this Supreme Court ruling on Moore v. Harper. This is a victory for fair elections, a victory for fairness in redistricting, and a victory for people’s right to vote. Our democracy works best when all eligible voters can participate and have their voices heard. The Independent States Legislature Theory would have removed oversight by the courts, which in turn, would have eliminated the checks and balances enshrined in the constitution. Thankfully, this theory was rejected. This ruling bolsters the continued fight against voter suppression, the fight for fair elections, and the fight for accountability. The struggle continues, but we celebrate this win with all grassroots organizations fighting for fairness in redistricting and voting rights for all.”
                         – Preye Cobham, Esq., Attorney & Legal Director, Women Watch Afrika, Inc.

 

 

 

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     As an expert in this field, Women Watch Afrika provides trainings as a consultant on numerous issues. For more information on training, guidance, consulting services, and/or information on working with immigrant communities contact Glory Kilanko, Founder and Executive Director, Women Watch Afrika, Inc. at 404-759-6419 or womenwatchafrika@gmail.com

About Women Watch Afrika:
Women Watch Afrika is a grassroots, nonprofit, international, national, and local social justice organization focused on the elimination of all forms of discrimination against women and girls, the promotion of social and economic development and health equity of women, and the acculturation of immigrants and refugees (men and women) arriving to the United States from 23 African nations.

In line with its goal, Women Watch Afrika provides Social Services, Legal Services, Advocacy, Health Education, Legal Education, End Domestic Violence classes, Stop FGM/C workshops, Reproductive Rights Education, Know Your Rights workshops, Citizenship Preparation, Civic Engagement; and Advocates against unjust, discriminatory laws that affect the community.

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