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Restore the VRA

Celebrating the Coalition Power & Activism that Launched the Voting Rights Act (Blog)

Reflecting on the Voting Rights Act of 1965, it is crucial to acknowledge the hard work of diverse coalitions and dedicated activists who fought tirelessly for its passage. Their unwavering commitment to fairness and justice moved our country towards a more inclusive and democratic society.

Why Elections Matter: Shelby County v. Holder’s Impact on the Voting Rights Act (Blog)

Ten years ago, the Voting Rights Act's power to prevent election discrimination was undermined by the Supreme Court decision in Shelby County v. Holder. 

The ruling's impact is still felt, as some politicians attempt to limit the electoral power of specific communities, such as Black and brown voters.

Protect the Voting Rights Act to Keep Democracy Safe (Blog)

The Voting Rights Act was originally passed in 1965 as one of the chief legislative accomplishments of the civil rights movement. Since then, it has safeguarded the right to vote, guarding against discriminatory voting practices such as literacy tests and racial gerrymandering.

But the VRA is on shaky footing in 2022, facing opposition both in Congress and at the Supreme Court.

LWVUS Supports House Vote on HR5746 Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act (Legal Document)

LWVUS urges all  House Representatives to vote for the legislation HR 5746, the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act, and move it to the Senate for immediate consideration and debate.

League of Women Voters Thanks President Biden for Directing Senate to End Filibuster (Press Release)

LWV CEO Virginia Kase Solomón issued the following statement in response to President Biden and Vice President Harris’s speech at the Atlanta University Center Consortium. Virginia was honored to attend the event with other voting rights leaders. 

League of Women Voters Anticipates White House Voting Rights Speech in Atlanta (Press Release)

LWVUS CEO Virginia Kase Solomón issued the following statement ahead of President Biden and Vice President Harris's voting rights speech at the Atlanta University Center Consortium. 

The Grio: Hundreds Arrested Outside White House During Second Day of Voting Rights Protests (News Clips)

Over 200 activists were arrested outside of the White House advocating for President Biden to act on voting rights. 

MSNBC: Activists Keen to Keep Voting Rights Bill in Spotlight of Biden's Attention (News Clips)

Virginia Kase Solomón, CEO of the League of Women Voters, talks about why voting rights advocates are putting pressure on President Biden to help move voting rights legislation through Congress.

LWV Statement on House Passage of John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act (Press Release)

Dr. Deborah Ann Turner issued the following statement following the US House passage of HR 4, the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.

LWV Supports the For the People Act in the Senate (Press Release)

Senators must come together to protect voters and defend democracy