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The John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Can Help Fight Restrictive Voter Suppression Bills

The John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Can Help Fight Restrictive Voter Suppression Bills

Brief #158—Civil Right
By Rod Maggay
In 2013 the United States Supreme Court issued its decision in the Shelby County v. Holder case. The case was brought seeking to have Sections 4(b) and 5 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 declared unconstitutional. The Voting Rights Act had been enacted to address racial discrimination in voting that had been a longstanding feature in a number of states, particularly in the Deep South.

California (2026 Democratic Primary Preview Series #29)

California (2026 Democratic Primary Preview Series #29)

In California, voters approved a mid-decade redistricting plan that replaced the state’s independent redistricting commission with a map expected to net Democrats as many as five additional House seats. The move by the Golden State came in response to a similar effort by Republicans in Texas, setting the stage for one of the most consequential redistricting battles in recent history. As it stands today, Democrats appear well-positioned to capitalize on the new map.

Florida (2026 Democratic Primary Preview Series #28)

Florida (2026 Democratic Primary Preview Series #28)

In Florida, the primary election will take place on August 18th. The former swing state has shifted firmly into Republican control over the past decade. Republican Governor Ron DeSantis signed a mid-decade congressional map into law that could expand the GOP’s advantage in the state from 20-8 to as much as 24-4. As President Donald J. Trump’s home state, Florida Republicans are taking every available step to protect & expand their hold over the Sunshine State.

Minnesota (2026 Democratic Primary Preview Series Brief #21)

Minnesota (2026 Democratic Primary Preview Series Brief #21)

Minnesota has emerged as a central battleground in the broader political and cultural conflicts shaping the country in recent years. From the police killing of George Floyd in 2020 to renewed clashes over federal immigration enforcement and ICE activity, the state, particularly the Twin Cities, has become a focal point for activism, protest, and national political attention. These developments have helped shape both voter engagement and partisan dynamics heading into the 2026 election cycle.

Massachusetts (2026 Democratic Primary Preview Series Brief #20)

Massachusetts (2026 Democratic Primary Preview Series Brief #20)

Massachusetts, or the Bay State, is a safe state for Democrats in 2026. While the state has a wonky history of electing a Republican Governor, all three major seats are held by Democrats- this includes the Governorship & the two Senate seats held by Elizabeth Warren & Ed Markey, who are both in their 13th year in their respective seats. Moving down the ballot, the remaining congressional breakdown is 9-0 in Democrats’ favor, with 8 of the 9 incumbents running for re-election. The primary elections are set for September 9th, followed by the general election on November 3.

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