Latest from Mariel Padilla
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A whistleblower complaint alleging ‘high rate’ of hysterectomies in ICE detention centers parallels grim U.S. history
The allegations call to mind a history of sterilization laws in the United States dating back to the early 1900s that usually targeted the poor, disabled and women of color.
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Energized by Kamala Harris, South Asian voters may head to the polls in larger numbers
Asian Americans are the fastest-growing racial ethnic group in the electorate, and Indian Americans are the second-largest immigrant group in the country.
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Republican National Convention: How to watch
The 2020 Republican National Convention begins on August 24. Here’s how you can tune in to the four-day event.
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DNC largely ignores suffrage centennial
Tuesday marked the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment, but the milestone was not on the convention’s agenda.
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Meryl Streep and Zoe Saldaña commemorate women’s voting rights centennial
The actors recited historic speeches as part of The 19th Represents.
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Democratic National Convention: How to watch
The 2020 Democratic National Convention begins on Monday, August 17, but the four-day event will be virtual this year.
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Hillary Clinton in a Biden administration? 'I’m ready to help in any way I can.'
When asked if she would take a role in a potential Biden administration, Clinton didn't entirely rule it out.
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At least 183 Democratic women are on U.S. House ballots, breaking 2018 record
At least 78 Republican women will be competing in November, a record number for that party.
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The suffrage movement is still unfinished, particularly for Black and Latino voters
As part of The 19th Represents Summit, a panel of experts discussed myths surrounding the right to vote in the United States.
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Stacey Abrams on the unequal history of voting rights in America
In a conversation with The 19th, Abrams said the nation’s voting rights are in peril — but there is still time to take action.