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Citizenship for Voting Not Required

By Brent E. Zepke, Esq.

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Sep 16, 2024
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Republicans believe proof of citizenship should be required to vote in state, local, and federal elections. Democrats believe it should not be required.

The United States Supreme Court, on August 22, 2024, weighed in on the issue in a case involving Arizona that has already impacted California.

Arizona’s Two-Tier Registration System

Arizona has a two-track…

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