New Michigan Law Bans Common Item From Polling Locations

Voting is one of the most important civil duties we have as citizens of the United States as this is what provides democratic value to our country. Although the election that gets the most thought and publicity is the presidential election, but the state and local elections are far more important. States like Michigan know this as these elections are often won in slim margins every election cycle.

Michigan is among the many states around the country that are known as swing states. Swing states are states that are known to switch back and forth and not lean toward one particular political party but instead choose the candidate they feel is best for the job. This also means that there are a lot of people who think down the middle but also people who fall on both sides of the fence coexisting.

As always, political spaces and conversations can always stir emotions and create hostile and controversial environments. Often times, people are passionate about their choices and how they can help make the world a better place and sometimes those differences can draw friends, family, and other connections apart. Although that's never something we want to experience its better than someone being physically hurt.

There have been multiple instances of voter intimidation, voter swaying, and other illegal practices happening all over the country as passionate citizens do everything, they can get their desired result. Although this may seem like a patriotic person, those actions are illegal in all 50 states, but now, Michigan is adding another precaution to those laws.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed two bills into law making it illegal to carry a gun to a polling location in Michigan as they will be prohibited. House bills 4127 and 4128 are both designed to reduce the threat of voter intimidation and suppression while protecting free and fair elections.

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