Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions
1306 results for "mail-in voting"
A federal judge ruled that proposed mail-in ballot restrictions violate voter protections, siding with civil rights advocates. The decision protects millions of Americans who rely on mailed ballots to participate in elections.
Scientists found that older Americans who vote live significantly longer than those who don't, with voters showing up to 45% lower death risk. The health benefits persisted for 15 years and worked regardless of how people voted or whether their candidate won.
Over 21,000 election workers in Kerala may have been unable to vote while helping others cast their ballots. Now the state's High Court is pushing to make sure every citizen can exercise their right to vote, no matter their duties.
A 103-year-old Indian voter arrived by wheelchair to cast his ballot in person, saying it brought him joy. Despite officials offering to collect votes from seniors at home, many elderly citizens chose to visit polling stations themselves.
The League of Women Voters in Syracuse needs more volunteers to help newly naturalized Americans register to vote at citizenship ceremonies. One retired teacher has already celebrated with new citizens at over 100 ceremonies.
Female lawmakers in the European Parliament can now delegate their votes before and after childbirth, ensuring new mothers don't lose their voice while caring for newborns. The measure passed with overwhelming support, though efforts to extend it to fathers fell short.
Fifty-three mental health patients cast their votes at a special polling booth set up inside their treatment facility in Chennai. The initiative marks a meaningful step toward making democracy more inclusive for people often overlooked.
Thousands of international residents in the Netherlands will vote for the first time on March 18 in local elections. EU citizens and non-EU nationals with five years of residency can help choose their community leaders.
In a remote German village, the postwoman trades her car for a 29-foot barge every spring to deliver mail through 185 miles of forest waterways. For Andrea Bunar, it's been her dream job for 14 years.
Victoria is launching Australia's largest accessibility trial by offering quiet, calm voting centers in all 88 districts this November. Neurodivergent voters will finally have spaces free from overwhelming noise, crowds, and campaign chaos.
Three newly married couples in Tamil Nadu made democracy part of their wedding day celebrations by heading straight to polling stations in full wedding attire. Their commitment to civic duty turned voting into a joyful celebration of both love and citizenship.
Nigeria's electoral commission just made it easier for millions of citizens to vote, even if they lose their voter card. The new reform ensures no one loses their voice in democracy over a misplaced document.
A grassroots campaign in the Netherlands helped 503 women win local office by teaching voters to strategically pick female candidates ranked lower on party lists. The "Vote for a Woman" movement is turning the country's electoral system into a tool for breaking political glass ceilings. ##
More than 50 million Ethiopians have signed up to vote in the country's upcoming election, marking the highest turnout ever for voter registration. The massive participation signals growing confidence in democracy as the nation prepares for its seventh general election on June 1, 2026.
A new report from the Academy of Arts and Sciences shows how proportional representation, used in most established democracies, could help Americans feel more represented and reduce toxic political polarization. The system would allow multiple winners per district based on vote shares, ensuring more voices are heard.
Migrant workers from Assam and West Bengal are leaving their jobs in Kerala to return home and exercise their right to vote in state elections. Their commitment to democracy is inspiring businesses to adapt while they're away.
A Tucson nonprofit is helping people experiencing homelessness obtain the documents they need to vote and access essential services. In just one week, volunteers helped one woman move closer to housing after four years on the streets.
Royal Mail launched a campaign encouraging children to send letters of support to England and Scotland's World Cup teams. The initiative aims to revive letter writing while giving young fans a personal way to cheer on their national squads.
The vaquita, the world's smallest porpoise with only 8 to 10 left alive, could win $10,000 in conservation funding through a public vote. Conservation group YAQU PACHA needs votes to secure critical money that goes directly toward protecting these tiny marine mammals from extinction.
More than 127 million people in Bangladesh are voting in their first parliamentary election since a Gen Z-led uprising toppled the government in 2024. The historic vote marks a fresh chance for democracy after years of political turmoil.
Showing 20 of 1306