Is voter suppression a big issue in US politics?

A record mid term turnout still had less than 50% voting and this is scarily low in a democracy. I've read about all sorts of logistical problems: hour long lines and machines but I working etc. Also, it is harder to register to vote than in other countries, with struct ID laws and life bans for ex felons. Gerrymandered Congress districts and two Senators for every state regardless of population seem ridiculous to me.

How can such an inbalanced and weird system decide so much?

Is this by accident or design?

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curiosi · 61-69, F

We have the option of early voting so while long lines can be a problem for those who procrastinate.
It's extremely easy to register, you just fill out a form and you are done.
The state of Florida just passed an amendment where ex felons are allowed to vote.
Voter Id is not mandatory in all states but it should be!