August 11 Leg Act News Highlights
- TCDC Webmaster
- Aug 16
- 1 min read
The August 11 issue of Leg Act News discusses the history of voter suppression in the U.S. and current challenges to voting rights.
History of Voter Suppression in the United States
The U.S. Constitution does not explicitly grant the right to vote.
Voting rights evolved state by state, with some states allowing women and black men to vote under certain conditions.
Key amendments include the 14th (citizenship), 15th (race), 19th (women), and 26th (age 18+).
The Voting Rights Act of 1965 aimed to protect voting rights, but recent Supreme Court rulings have weakened federal protections.
Action Alerts/Events
Campaign season is approaching; encourage voter registration and participation.
Aaron Gies and Kevin Stocker are running for the 23rd congressional district against incumbent Nicholas Langworthy.
Use 5calls.org to contact representatives about important issues.
Visit Congressman Langworthy’s office at 89 W. Market St. Corning NY 14830, to discuss concerns regarding issues important to you or about your dismay over the Congressman’s support of Trump policies, many of which can harm Tioga County.
