A sort of collective amnesia sets in as organizations begin to refer to the new category’s long history and develop narratives about the rich cultural basis of the classification. By then, the category is completely institutionalized, and the new classification is, like other classifications, assumed to have existed. Cristina Mora, Making Hispanics: How Activists, Bureaucrats, and Media Constructed a New American
Bringing early voting to Connecticut is a practical way to improve access to the democratic process for everyone. It will also reduce the unfair impact of transportation barriers, long lines, and inflexible work schedules, which can make voting on Election Day harder for voters of color.