The Case That Could Destroy the Voting Rights Act - Capital B News
The decision would prohibit most efforts to protect Black people’s access to the ballot box.| Capital B News
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The decision would prohibit most efforts to protect Black people’s access to the ballot box.| Capital B News
Spearheaded by a right-wing think tank, the agenda would roll back policies that have aided Black economic and social gains.| Capital B News
With a fair congressional map signed into law, advocates shift to making sure that residents understand the stakes of this year’s elections.| Capital B News
Shelby County v. Holder: The Court suspended the operation of part of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, which required certain state and local governments to get permission from the federal government before changing rules that affect the right to vote or the election process. However, this section will become active again if Congress updates the system for determining which governments fall into this category.| Justia Law
