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Black and Latino constituents

Coverage of Black and Latino constituents in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 22 · 17:00 UTCMost recent: Jun 22 · 17:00 UTC
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  • POLITICSJun 22 · 17:00 UTCAMNY
    Op-ed | Allowing Rikers Island citizens to vote keeps them connected to community, and democracy

    The article highlights that over 5,500 people detained on Rikers Island in June 2026 are awaiting trial and retain their right to vote under U.S. Supreme Court rulings. Despite this, low voter participation—only 5-8% in most years and 335 ballots counted in the 2025 election—persists due to systemic challenges. Advocates urge statewide legislation to ensure voting access, including establishing a poll site on Rikers Island.