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Local volunteer urges Ypsilanti to oppose ballot proposals she says would restrict voting
Summary
A volunteer for Voters Not Politicians asked the council to pass a resolution opposing proposed state constitutional amendments that would require documentary proof of citizenship before registering or voting; presenter said such measures would disproportionately affect people who move frequently, women who changed names, low‑income and young voters.
A volunteer with the group Voters Not Politicians urged the Ypsilanti City Council to adopt a resolution opposing state ballot measures she said would create burdensome documentary proof‑of‑citizenship requirements.
Karen Chinnovar said the draft resolution in the council packet is intended to educate residents and oppose proposals that would require documentary proof of U.S. citizenship (DPOC) at registration and…
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