# PM News: Voter Rights and Drag Shows Remain

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Podcast: [Good News for Lefties | Daily News for Democracy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy-6982465)
Published: 2026-08-27T21:00:02+00:00
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We start with a significant ruling from a federal judge who temporarily blocked Ohio's proof of citizenship requirement for voter registration, affirming the importance of accessibility in the electoral process. Next, we celebrate a victory for free speech as a Texas judge strikes down a law aimed at restricting drag shows, emphasizing the protection of First Amendment rights. Today's Stories: Judge blocks enforcement of Ohio proof-of-citizenship rule for voter registration | AP News Judge strikes down Texas ban on drag shows, tells people offended by them ‘just don’t go’ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support .

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