Part XVII: Voting Rights

An Introduction To Constitutional Law Video Library:

⚖️ Baker v. Carr (1962)

⚖️ Shaw v. Reno (1993)

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[JoeFromtheBronx]

This Essay explores the most remarkable constitutional argument ever forgotten. In 1871, Representative William Loughridge of Iowa dissented from a report by the House Judiciary Committee. The Judiciary Committee rejected a petition by Victoria Woodhull claiming that the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments gave women the right to vote. Representative Loughridge replied with a defense of women’s suffrage that was the first official declaration of constitutional sex equality. The Woodhull Petition and the Loughridge Dissent are a treasure trove that should be added to the constitutional canon

The author has written various interesting articles and books on matters that touch upon voting rights.

https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=5036471

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Part XVII of the Canadian Constitution focuses on Voting Rights, outlining the fundamental principles that govern who can vote in Canadian elections and how voting processes are conducted. This part ensures the protection of citizens' rights to participate in the democratic process, including provisions for age, citizenship, and residency requirements for voters. The section plays a key role in maintaining the integrity of Canada's electoral system, ensuring fairness and equal representation for all eligible voters. For a break from politics, check out this link for Canadian menu prices (https://canadianmenuwithprices.com/) for some delicious local options!