Disconnected Democracy: Mapping internet access, poverty and voter suppression
affordable internet access,poverty,voter suppression
"Millions of Americans may lose internet access..." - Popular Info
There's a connection between poverty, internet access and voter suppression. Internet access let's people find out about opportunities. Apply for federal and state benefits their entitled to. Order medicine online. Register to vote. Learn about the politicians responsible for their condition. Find out where to vote… Lack of internet access hurts seniors, the disabled and veterans with limited mobility.
What is the level of poverty and access to internet access in an area? How many of the people living there are seniors, disabled or veterans? Who are the MAGA Republicans paid to represent that area but blocking funds to provide internet access. Why is it that the areas with the most voter suppression, abortion bans and poverty also have the least internet access? Check this map.
Mapping the digital divide
Denying people their opportunity to a better life
"In 2024, reliable access to high-speed internet is no longer a luxury; it is a basic necessity. From job applications to managing personal finances and completing school work, internet access is an essential part of daily life. Without an internet connection, individuals are effectively cut off from basic societal activities. But the reality is that many people — particularly those living around the poverty line — can not afford internet access. Without internet access, the difficult task of working your way from the American economy's bottom rung becomes virtually impossible." - Popular Info
Sunlight is the best disinfectant
Understand how the game is rigged by denying affordable internet access to the vulnerable. Why do Republicans want to block funds for affordable internet access for the people who need it the most? Why is their money to fund tax cuts for wealthy donors, but no money to help the poor, elderly and disabled improve their lives? Why put voting information online and then deny some people the internet access to read it? See how these things are connected with this map which also includes contact details of your political rep who behind denying you affordable internet access.
TakeAway: Every American deserves their opportunity to a better life, and that starts with affordable internet access. Vote for President Biden and Democrats.
Deepak
DemLabs
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