Politics & Government

American Airlines Faces Political Turbulence Following Opposition To Texas Elections Bill

Supporters of SB 7 say the legislation would protect the integrity of elections while opponents say SB 7 is a form of voter suppression.

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April 4, 2021

Fort Worth-based American Airlines is facing political turbulence after opposing a Texas Senate elections bill.

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Supporters of SB 7, say the legislation would protect the integrity of elections while many opponents say the measure is a form of voter suppression, especially against people of color.

The bill doesn’t allow public employees to distribute unrequested mail ballot applications and calls for consistent voting hours and in-person voting rules statewide.

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