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Jul 23, 2024

After becoming a citizen, this Kansas Citian is eager to vote - The Fulcrum

Voting Rights

“Voting is a right that we have. It wasn’t too long ago they made this a constitutional amendment so women and other minorities were able to vote,” said Phillips. “It’s our responsibility to exercise this...

“Voting is a right that we have. It wasn’t too long ago they made this a constitutional amendment so women and other minorities were able to vote,” said Phillips. “It’s our responsibility to exercise this...

Cindy Phillips stands by a shelf filled with family photos and Mexican-themed dolls. "Its a daily reminder of my heritage for me and my daughter," she said. Lawrence Brooks IV/KCUR 89.3
Cindy Phillips stands by a shelf filled with family photos and Mexican-themed dolls. "Its a daily reminder of my heritage for me and my daughter," she said. Lawrence Brooks IV/KCUR 89.3
Jul 18, 2024

A quarter of Wyandotte County is Latino. Give us election information in Spanish, too

Voting Rights

As elections draw near, it’s more important than ever that all American citizens have the same opportunity to vote. But in Wyandotte County, it seems as if the election commissioner doesn’t think similarly...

As elections draw near, it’s more important than ever that all American citizens have the same opportunity to vote. But in Wyandotte County, it seems as if the election commissioner doesn’t think similarly...

Our system works best when everyone participates. Share your thoughts with Election Commissioner Michael Abbott. Star file photo Read more at: https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/readers-opinion/guest-commentary/article290157844.html#storylink=cpy
Our system works best when everyone participates. Share your thoughts with Election Commissioner Michael Abbott. Star file photo Read more at: https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/readers-opinion/guest-commentary/article290157844.html#storylink=cpy
Jul 12, 2024

Federal judge rejects arguments that Dodge City election system dilutes Latino vote • Kansas Reflector

Voting Rights

A federal judge has ruled Dodge City’s five-decade-old election system does not unfairly suppress Latino voter choices and can remain in place, rejecting arguments from the American Civil Liberties Union...

A federal judge has ruled Dodge City’s five-decade-old election system does not unfairly suppress Latino voter choices and can remain in place, rejecting arguments from the American Civil Liberties Union...

The U.S. District Court case over Dodge City's method of electing city commissioners ended Wednesday with a federal judge ruling the system can stay in place. (Tim Carpenter/Kansas Reflector)
The U.S. District Court case over Dodge City's method of electing city commissioners ended Wednesday with a federal judge ruling the system can stay in place. (Tim Carpenter/Kansas Reflector)
Jul 10, 2024

Dodge City prevails in voting rights case over at-large elections

Voting Rights

"We are currently exploring next steps in this case and will continue to work for a truly representative democracy that ensures Latine voters can have their voices heard," a legal team of ACLU of Kansas,...

"We are currently exploring next steps in this case and will continue to work for a truly representative democracy that ensures Latine voters can have their voices heard," a legal team of ACLU of Kansas,...

FILE - In this Monday, Oct. 22, 2018, file photo, Ford County Democratic Party chairman Johnny Dunlap speaks about the party's get-out-the-vote efforts during a meeting of volunteers in Dodge City, Kan. (Jonathan Shorman/The Wichita Eagle via AP)
FILE - In this Monday, Oct. 22, 2018, file photo, Ford County Democratic Party chairman Johnny Dunlap speaks about the party's get-out-the-vote efforts during a meeting of volunteers in Dodge City, Kan. (Jonathan Shorman/The Wichita Eagle via AP)
Jul 3, 2024

DOJ report: Wichita public schools disproportionally discipline Black and disabled students | KCUR - Kansas City news and NPR

Racial Justice

In a report released Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Justice said Black students were disciplined more frequently and more severely than white students. Black girls were particularly singled out for...

In a report released Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Justice said Black students were disciplined more frequently and more severely than white students. Black girls were particularly singled out for...

Hugo Phan / KMUW
Hugo Phan / KMUW
Jul 2, 2024

After becoming an American citizen, this Kansas Citian is eager to vote in the 2024 election

Voting Rights

Cindy Phillips, originally from Mexico City, became a U.S. citizen in December and registered to vote the very same day. She said systemic corruption in Mexican politics, including the murders of candidates...

Cindy Phillips, originally from Mexico City, became a U.S. citizen in December and registered to vote the very same day. She said systemic corruption in Mexican politics, including the murders of candidates...

Lawrence Brooks IV / KCUR 89.3 Cindy Phillips stands by a shelf filled with family photos and Mexican-themed dolls she brings back to Kearney, Missouri, when she travels back to Mexico. "Its a daily reminder of my heritage for me and my daughter."
Lawrence Brooks IV / KCUR 89.3 Cindy Phillips stands by a shelf filled with family photos and Mexican-themed dolls she brings back to Kearney, Missouri, when she travels back to Mexico. "Its a daily reminder of my heritage for me and my daughter."