NYC disability rights group surveys polling place accessibility

As early voting begins soon, New York disability rights groups are working to ensure polling places are accessible.

Previous reports show almost all early voting locations statewide have been difficult for people with disabilities to access. The Center for Independence of the Disabled New York is recruiting volunteers in New York City to survey polling place accessibility.

Anna Humphrey, transportation and voting community organizer at the center, said beyond physical access issues, other challenges stem from ballot-marking devices…

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