That is why the Voting Rights Act of 1965 continues to hold such an important role in securing and maintaining basic rights for our democracy.

A New York appeals court has overturned a lower court ruling striking down a state law that prohibits local governments from ...

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 Following the success of the Civil Rights Act, Dr. King turned his attention to the disenfranchisement of Black voters, particularly in the South. The Voting Rights ...

President Donald Trump has rolled back 60-year-old act which banned discrimination in federal workplaces. His executive order ...

The state of Georgia is seeking another Supreme Court showdown over the Voting Rights Act, asking a federal appeals court on Thursday to interpret the 1965 law in a way that could make it much ...