Drop in Black Voter Turnout Blamed on Cynicism
Black voter participation has fallen over a decade as black registration sits around 52 percent, well below white registration. Experts warn that cynicism and perceived lack of impact dampen turnout, despite rising numbers of black officials at state and local levels.
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Joint Center For Political Ladies
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Congressional Black Caucus
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Voter Education Project
America
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