Based in Maryland, Gilda R. Daniels, Esq is here to connect, share insights, and work with organizations and communities to promote justice and equality in the electoral process. Explore her site to learn more about her work, read her latest blog, or to collaborate. Together, we can create impactful change.
ilda R. Daniels is a Law Professor, Author, Speaker, and Civil Rights Attorney who advocates for fair and equal access to the ballot, especially for those most vulnerable to disenfranchisement.
As a former Deputy Chief in the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division, Gilda has been a leading advocate for voting rights worldwide for decades.
Her work focuses on shaping effective litigation strategies and driving policy changes to ensure fair access to the ballot for all. With deep expertise in both areas, Gilda is a recognized expert in Voting Rights Litigation and Policy Reform, dedicated to creating more inclusive and equitable elections.
Gilda's journey in law and advocacy has taken her from the courtroom to the classroom, and to the frontlines of litigation and policy reform.
With appearances on PBS and TEDX, Gilda has dedicated her life to ensuring that every voice is heard and every vote counts. Whether she's consulting, speaking, teaching or collaborating with college students, leaders, communities, and organizations, her mission is clear: to fight for the preservation of power and democracy for all.
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Featured in: Scott McLemee, “Eyes on November,” Inside Higher Ed, July 17, 2020; A preview of political books in time for the 2020 presidential election.
Uncounted shines a light on the injustices that threaten the very foundation of our democracy and urges us to stand together to protect the rights that are still under attack.
This book is not just a historical account—it's a call to action. Gilda delves into the legal battles, the personal stories, and the ongoing fight to ensure that every citizen, regardless of race or background, can exercise their right to vote.
hrough Uncounted, I hope to inspire readers to join the fight for a fair and inclusive electoral process.
An accessible human story of a longtime history of voter suppression.
This book is a valuable resource for all participants in civic life.