What to do if your vote is challenged: Practical advice as midterm elections approach

By: Karen Figueroa-Clewett

Outlets: Kansas Reflector

Published: September 5, 2026

Words: 1,069

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago


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As the 2026 midterm elections enter the final stretch, it’s important to know your rights in case your vote is challenged.

The best way to ensure that your vote is counted is to advocate for yourself. I’m a an attorney and lecturer for the University of Southern California’s undergraduate civil rights advocacy initiative, Agents of Change. Here are several straightforward ways to ensure your vote is counted and two practical remedies for you …

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