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How New York City’s Noncitizen Voting Law Was Struck Down by the State Supreme Court

The New York City’s noncitizen voting law was a bold and controversial move that aimed to expand the voting rights of noncitizens who live in the city. However, the law was struck down by a state judge who said that it was illegal and unconstitutional. In this blog post, I will explain what the law was, why the court struck it down, what the reactions to the ruling were, and what the implications of the ruling are. I will also share my personal opinion on the issue and invite you to comment on it.