Has there been a generational sea change in the philosophical grounding of Texas Republicans? Or is it just raw power politics? We report, you decide. Hint: The Death Star.
In 1901 that state passed a new constitution (the minutes of the meetings overtly declared maintaining white supremacy) that consolidated political power in the Legislature — and away from city and county governments where Black majorities might decide their own affairs. This disenfranchised the black vote and installed Jim crow for a long time. I'm surprised that no one has made that connection with this Texas legislation. Although your points are definitely the most obvious & visible, controlling voting hours and locations is certainly on their agenda.
Whatever Happened to Local Control?
If he signs, wait... who am I kidding?...when he signs the Death to Local (Democratic) Control, we better see a shit ton of suits from everywhere.
Well done my my friend, right on point!
Abbott can not tolerate local laws, interfering with his total control.
I agree with the previous comment, let the lawsuits commence!
Thanks for highlighting this evil bill. Recently I was reading the first article in a series on AL.com that was awarded the Pulitzer Prize about how the lost cause of the confederacy continues to affect African-Americans in Alabama. https://www.al.com/news/2022/01/alabamas-capitol-is-a-crime-scene-the-cover-up-has-lasted-120-years.html
In 1901 that state passed a new constitution (the minutes of the meetings overtly declared maintaining white supremacy) that consolidated political power in the Legislature — and away from city and county governments where Black majorities might decide their own affairs. This disenfranchised the black vote and installed Jim crow for a long time. I'm surprised that no one has made that connection with this Texas legislation. Although your points are definitely the most obvious & visible, controlling voting hours and locations is certainly on their agenda.