Law & Crime
Lawsuit Says Disability Restrictions in Voting by Mail “Unconstitutional”
A new lawsuit in Japan is challenging restrictions on voting by mail, saying they discriminate against those with disabilities.
March 1, 2021
A new lawsuit in Japan is challenging restrictions on voting by mail, saying they discriminate against those with disabilities.
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