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Louisiana Suspends Election as Redistricting Crisis Enters Dangerous New Phase - Democracy Docket
In the fallout of the Supreme Court decision gutting the Voting Rights Act, Republican states across the country are rushing to redraw their congressional maps. Governor Jeff Landry has even called a state of emergency to suspend Louisiana's ongoing primary elections.
Marc Elias breaks down what this means for voters, what Republicans will try next, and why we need to stay hopeful in the face of this existential threat. - 05/02/2026.
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