US Election 2024: Voter Access and Swing States in Focus

As Kamala Harris and Donald Trump vie for the presidency, voter suppression and the role of swing states are central to the election discourse.

Approximately 240 million Americans are eligible to vote, but systemic barriers prevent many from participating.
Voter registration is a prerequisite in the US, with some states imposing stringent requirements that disproportionately affect minorities and low-income citizens.
Swing states like Pennsylvania, Georgia, and Wisconsin are pivotal, with both candidates neck and neck in these battlegrounds.
The US election system relies on an Electoral College, where winning key states is crucial despite the popular vote.
Voter turnout has been increasing despite obstacles, with nearly 63% participation in recent elections.