Black voter turnout appears high on Election Day, according to voter coalition
LaTosha Brown, co-founder of the voting rights group Black Voters Matter, said turnout in some states seemed to rival that of 2008, when Democrat Barack Obama was running for president for the first time. Stand with free and independent journalism. Join Press Pass from PBS News She and others said turnout appeared particularly high in Michigan and Mississippi. Brown, speaking during a media…
LaTosha Brown, co-founder of the voting rights group Black Voters Matter, reported high voter turnout on Election Day, compared to the 2008 presidential race. She mentioned that her organization had more than 2,000 poll observers in several states, including Michigan and Mississippi, where turnout seemed particularly strong. Brown stated that her group had reported no widespread issues for voters.
Melanie Campbell, president and CEO of the coalition, noted that they have extended their monitoring efforts beyond Election Day, including during vote counting, certifications, and inauguration of winners. She emphasized the importance of standing in the gap, stating that this democracy is for all people, and everyone must support trusted journalism and civil dialogue.
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