Proposed ban on amplified music outside NC polling places draws criticism

By: Lynn Bonner

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: June 29, 2026

Words: 901

Last Updated: 1 week, 2 days ago

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A proposal by the N.C. Board of Elections to ban amplified sound outside polling places is aimed at discouraging voting by Black and young voters, critics said Monday.

When the state board debated the proposed rule in April, members did not mention any specific complaints about music or bullhorns outside polling places. No one spoke in favor of the rule Monday. Written comments on proposed rules will not be released until the comment period …

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