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Warner, Kaine Join Colleagues in Introducing John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act

Press Release

Date: March 6, 2024
Location: Washington, D.C.
Issues: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights

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"The Voting Rights Act was one of the most pivotal and transformative laws of the 20th century, as it finally protected the long-delayed promise of democracy for Black Americans. Tragically, we've seen the Supreme Court take aim at some of the most effective portions of the law, diluting its power and turning the clock back for folks seeking a fair shot at the ballot box. I'm proud to support the John R. Lewis Voting Advancement Act so we can restore critical portions of the VRA, recommit to preventing discriminatory voting regulations, and honor the towering legacy of Rep. Lewis and all the civil rights heroes who forever strengthened American democracy."

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