Decades after violence in Selma spurred the Voting Rights Act, organizers worry about its fate
U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures emphasized the importance of redrawn districts in ensuring minority voters have a voice in Congress.
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On 61st anniversary of Bloody Sunday, worries about the future of voting rights and calls to action2 articles·2 sources·Avg cred 97/100
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Democratic governors and civil rights leaders gathered in Selma for the 61st anniversary of Bloody Sunday, warning that pending Supreme Court rulings and political shifts threaten the Voting Rights Act's legacy ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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