2:4 Why Do We Still Wait in Line to Vote?
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In the age of on-demand everything and apps so easy that both toddlers and Goldy can make them work, why do we still force people to take time off work, figure out a ride, and wait in line to vote? The simple answer: Because a lot of people don't want poor folks to do it. Investigative journalist Greg Palast talks to us about the income-based suppression of voting and how it impacts the larger economy. Plus, we talk about how Washington and Oregon are doing it right (hint: VOTE. BY. MAIL.) Find Greg Palast online: http://www.gregpalast.com/ Read our Medium publication here: civicskunk.works Follow us on Twitter: @civicventures
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