Voting rights group notifies Pawtucket of potential violations in preparation for November election
Common Cause Rhode Island notified the City of Pawtucket to prepare for the November general election due to alleged previous violations of the Voting Rights Act.
Common Cause alleges voting rights violations in Pawtucket. Here's what they found.
Common Cause is "demanding an investigation and immediate corrective actions before the November general election.''
Watchdog group alleges Pawtucket violated rights of Spanish-speaking voters during primary election
Common Cause says the city did not provide proper signs at some polling locations — failing to abide by an agreement reached with federal officials in May.
Pawtucket responds to alleged Voting Rights Act violations
The city's Board of Canvassers told 12 News the concerns raised by Common Cause Rhode Island were "promptly addressed."
Common Cause R.I. alleges Pawtucket violated rights of Spanish-speaking voters during primary
The U.S. Department of Justice is reviewing allegations that the city of Pawtucket failed to follow through on a federal consent order to assist Spanish-speaking voters during the Sept. 10 primary. Spokesperson Jim Rosenburg confirmed the review Thursday,
Common Cause alleges voting rights violations in Pawtucket. Here's what they found.
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