Now voters have to show proof of residency during registration, which critics say makes voting less accessible.
Civil Rights
Candidates Struggle to Address Jackson’s Political Representation Woes
During a political forum for mayor and town council, many candidates revealed a blind spot when they were asked about the dearth of women, Latinx people in local politics.
Jackson Rally Honors Titan of Equality Ruth Bader-Ginsburg
People gathered to contemplate the huge strides RBG made in the battle for equal rights and the work that is still ahead.
Rally Engenders Silence, Dialogue, Unity
Organizers sought to replicate the iconic marches engineered by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The silent march and subsequent community dialogue yielded rare sights and sounds.
A Moment Blossoms into a Movement
Recent protests are mobilizing community members, compelling them to question next steps in the fight for racial justice.
Black Lives Matter Rally Draws Racial Dialogue to the Surface
In a town that has few conversations about race, a protest Sunday marked a new moment for Jackson.
Protest Portraits: ‘Speaking Up For Those Who Can No Longer Speak’
Jackson residents told KHOL why they joined dozens of their neighbors on Sunday for a peaceful Black Lives Matter protest. Today we hear from Emilé Newman.
