US Supreme Court on June 27, 2023 reigned in moore vs harper State courts are an essential part of our system of checks and balances To protect voters from legislative redundancy. This is especially important for Native peoples who rely on state courts to counteract state law that disenfranchises Native communities.
In this case, a small group of state legislators apparently seized power by arguing that there should be no restrictions or oversight on how they administer and enforce laws around federal elections. His radical independent state legislature doctrine would have overturned the American system of checks and balances and allowed state legislators to manipulate and undermine election integrity without consequence.
In moore vs harperPresented by the Native American Rights Fund (NARF) Brief description of a Nyaya Mitra Along with 14 other organizations committed to tackling discrimination and inequality. Briefly states that for voters—especially voters of color—state courts and state constitutions provide essential protections from state voting laws that may appear neutral, but actually discriminate against a particular group of voters. We do. State courts are an essential tool for Native American voters combating unjust state laws that restrict their right to vote.
“This decision recognizes the important role of state courts in protecting the constitutional rights of voters. Checks and balances are at the core of American democracy. There have been many cases in the past and present where state laws apparently appear to be non-discriminatory, but in fact have made it difficult, if not impossible, for original voters to register and vote. Today’s decision reaffirms state courts as an extremely necessary tool for voters who are disenfranchised by discriminatory state laws and policies,” explained NARF Staff Attorney Jacqueline De Leon.
“This decision was a victory for the natives and all voters. We should not allow politicians to take away power from the people. Native voters are already working tirelessly to overcome barriers created to take away their voices. NARF executive director John Echohawk said, “This type of illegal attempt to destroy checks and balances is nothing more than a ploy on the part of those in power to remain in power, despite the will of the people. “
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