Category Archives: Voting

Segregationist history of the phrase “Federal takeover of elections”

Posted on January 23, 2022 by gwd_admin

The following is from a Twitter thread written by David Pepper, former chairman of the Ohio Democratic Party and accomplished author. Re-reading some history on this MLK day. I read all of Robert Caro a number of years ago. No … Continue reading →

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SC Senate and House Redistricting

Posted on November 10, 2021 by gwd_admin
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Restrictions on Voting

Posted on December 28, 2020 by gwd_admin
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Thoughts on a “non-partisan” race

Posted on November 24, 2020 by gwd_admin

I am equal parts thrilled and relieved that Matthew Miller won his reelection bid on Nov 17 for Greenwood City Council Ward 5. Of the three council positions that were up for election this year, Ward 5 was the only one that … Continue reading →

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Voting Machine Instructions 2020

Posted on October 28, 2020 by gwd_admin

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Newsletter for Oct 20, 2020

Posted on October 20, 2020 by gwd_admin

In this Newsletter: Message from the Chair Candidate Updates GWCDP News Voting Rights News & Noteworthy Upcoming Events Message from the Chair This is a very full newsletter this time around. Please take your time and read carefully as there’s … Continue reading →

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Polling Locations Guide

Posted on October 20, 2020 by gwd_admin

Our updated Polling Locations Guide is now available! Download this handy PDF that has all of the Nov 3 voting sites updated with the latest location changes, map images, and links to a Google Map of each polling place. If … Continue reading →

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Newsletter for Oct 09, 2020

Posted on October 9, 2020 by gwd_admin

In this Newsletter: Message from the Chair Candidate Updates GWCDP News Voting Rights Upcoming Events Message from the Chair Many of us are feeling the anxiety of the past 4 years piling up as we head into these last few … Continue reading →

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People with Felony Records can Vote in South Carolina. Here’s how:

Posted on July 26, 2020 by gwd_admin

The South Carolina Appleseed Legal Justice Center is a valuable resource for low income South Carolinians to overcome social, economic & legal injustice. With an office in downtown Columbia they have a staff that includes attorneys, outreach workers, and community … Continue reading →

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Faith for Black Live March, Greenwood SC (2020-07-11)

Posted on July 16, 2020 by gwd_admin

On a beautiful Saturday morning, churches all across the county along with elected officials and community members marched in Greenwood and gathered at the Courthouse for song, speeches, and solidarity. See what we saw in the short video below. Hear … Continue reading →

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