Thursday, the House passed voting rights legislation in a way that it is expected to spark a fight in the Senate over topic and filibuster.
Voting Rights Act articles on Democracy Chronicles
The Voting Rights Act was a landmark piece of national legislation in the United States that prohibits discrimination in voting. It was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson. Also see our section on American democracy as well as our articles on African-American voting rights, Voter Access, and Racism.
Sen. Manchin’s Plan Would Help Stop Gerrymandering
New district maps drawn by independent commissions would be most likely to pass Manchin’s test, the Freedom to Vote Act (FTVA).
Schumer Vows Senate Rules Change If Voting Bill Is Blocked
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y. has vowed to change Senate rules if the GOP once more blocks the voting rights bill.
2 Voting Rights Specialists Appointed to Appeals Courts
President Biden has appointed specialists in voting rights to two U.S. appellate courts. Myrna Perez was approved by the Senate in October.
Religious Leaders Pressure Biden To Pass Voting Law
President Biden is facing more pressure from Religious leaders to shepherd the passage of voting rights legislation through the Senate.
Only A New Voting Rights Act Can Preserve Our Democracy
We are in a new chapter in which African Americans’ civil rights are being threatened, and only a new voting rights act can save democracy.
Students Go On Hunger Strike To Push For Voting Rights
Students assembled outside the White House to participate in a hunger strike to push for the passing of the Freedom to Vote Act
A Glimmer Of Hope On Joe Manchin And Voting?
There is hope that Manchin may be more receptive to a filibuster carve-out, which is critical for the passage of voting rights legislation.
Black leaders to push Biden White House for more voting rights muscle
Black leaders plan to warn White House officials that it is past time for President Joe Biden to fully support voting rights legislation.
Can Congress Pass A Voting Bill After Months Of Failure?
President Joe Biden sees election reform as a key part of his campaign, but nearly a year later, voting rights reform remains elusive.