The Voting Rights Act showcases the political challenges America has faced historically but there are opportunities for a better future.
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.
Enforcing The Political Constitution
The right to vote is constitutional and political, so congruence and proportionality shouldn’t apply to federal voting rights legislation.
New York On Brink Of Major Voting Rights Act
New York state senators are expected to give final approval to a dramatic change of election laws aimed at increasing voter turnout.
Voting Groups Sue Over Florida Congressional Map
Friday, voting rights groups sued Florida, alleging its new congressional maps will reduce Black representation while benefiting the GOP.
How Bad Could Things Get for the Voting Rights Act?
Over the last decade, the Supreme Court has significantly harmed the Voting Rights Act’s effectiveness, and things could get worse.
Alabama Is The Battleground Over Black Voting Rights
Most of the black communities in Alabama are dispersed among the state’s six mainly White districts, diluting Black voting power.
Court Strikes Down Restrictive Florida Voting Rules
In enacting certain election laws limiting registration outreach and the use of drop boxes, Florida violated the Voting Rights Act, court.
Supreme Court’s Assault On Voting Rights Hits A New Low
The ruling overturns Wisconsin’s redrawn election map, including a new county to explain the growth of the black population.
Black Leadership In The Voting Reform Movement
There are key African American figures behind the voting rights movement working to ensure that voting rights are reality for all citizens.
Texas Redistricting Broke Voting Rights Laws
The ongoing federal challenge to Texas’s redistricting has made stunning revelations including possible federal law violations.