Republican election boards in North Carolina, Texas, and Ohio have reduced polling access for college students, leading to protests and mobilization efforts. In North Carolina, students from several universities organized a march after their request for on-campus early voting was denied. Similar actions are occurring in Texas and Ohio, where students face long distances to vote due to the removal of polling locations. Critics argue these changes constitute voter suppression, particularly affecting students of color.
Key facts
- Guilford County Board of Elections rejected on-campus early voting for NC A&T students.
- Three in four higher education institutions lack in-person voting options.
- Tarrant County eliminated 92 polling locations, impacting student voting.
- Students organized marches and voter registration drives in response.
- Texas does not allow online voter registration for students.
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