Gwen Moore Celebrates Voting Rights Act Anniversary
Washington, DC,
August 6, 2013
The Voting Rights Act not only liberated us – it empowered us.
Contact: Staci Cox (202) 225- 4572 Milwaukee, WI - Today Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) released this statement celebrating the 48th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. “Exactly 48 years ago today, Lyndon B. Johnson transformed the face of American democracy when he signed into law the Voting Rights Act (VRA) of 1965. Prompted by a passionate civil rights movement, this legislation made remarkable gains by ensuring access for all Americans to vote without the fear of literacy tests or senseless taxes. The Voting Rights Act not only liberated us – it empowered us. “Despite the strides we have made to protect our voting rights, our work is far from over. The Supreme Court recently made toothless an integral part of the Voting Rights Act that grants the Department of Justice oversight over voting changes in areas that have a history of racial discrimination. Already, in places like Texas, discriminatory voting practices are being implemented. I applaud Attorney General Eric Holder’s commitment to using every last available and remaining tool to protect our right to vote, but the onus is on Congress to restore this historically vital section of the VRA. “As we celebrate the 48th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, I urge my colleagues to continue the fight against voter suppression.” ### For “Moore” News Updates Follow Gwen Moore on Twitter @RepGwenMoore and Like Gwen Moore on Facebook
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