Texas Surpasses 2016 Total Turnout Despite Stiff Voting Restrictions

Texas Surpasses 2016 Total Turnout Despite Stiff Voting Restrictions

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The video discusses the challenges and changes in voting processes in Texas, highlighting its low ranking in the cost of voting index due to early registration deadlines and lack of online registration. Despite these challenges, voter turnout has increased significantly, with innovations like drive-through voting in Houston. Legal and political challenges have arisen, with Republican lawmakers opposing some changes. The video also compares voting costs in Republican-led states with large minority populations, noting that not all Republican states make voting difficult. Harris County will offer 24-hour voting for the first time.

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What challenges have been faced regarding drive-through voting in Texas?

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What is the significance of the 24-hour voting offered in Harris County?

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