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💪🏽 60 Years of The Voting Rights Act

This week, we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the historic Voting Rights Act (VRA), marking a pivotal moment in U.S. history. The VRA was a direct response to the widespread disenfranchisement of Black voters — it was a law that changed lives, allowing everyday Americans to exercise their right to vote without fear or discrimination.

Sixty years in, the battle for voting rights rages on. As we mark this significant milestone, we recognize that communities of color still face substantial barriers to fully engaging in the democratic process. The promise of the VRA remains unfulfilled for too many Americans, and it is not enough on its own to secure our voting rights.

This moment serves as a reminder that we must not become complacent. The right to vote is under constant threat. That’s why Common Cause is calling for:

• The John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, which will restore the full protections of the VRA
• The Freedom to Vote Act, which will expand voting options and ensure we all have a voice
• Action in state legislatures to remove modern barriers to the polls

At Common Cause, we work at the forefront of the fight to protect and expand voting rights across the nation. As a nonpartisan organization dedicated to creating a democracy that works for everyone, this issue is at the heart of our mission. Common Cause remains dedicated to fighting these injustices.

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Wir arbeiten so hart für den Schutz unserer Demokratie, dass wir Ihnen statt eines Newsletters einen Roman schreiben könnten. Hier sind stattdessen die wichtigsten Schlagzeilen, die Sie nicht verpassen sollten: 

• Indiana 🏎️: Struggling to understand how the cuts from both the federal and state government are affecting Hoosier lives? Common Cause Indiana is partnering to hold a People’s Promise town hall to let those in Indianapolis understand that cuts equal harm to Hoosiers. Learn more.

• Gemeinsame Ursache 🦅: It’s been 60 years since the landmark Voting Rights Act became law. Common Cause is celebrating this milestone, while committing to continue to fight to uphold the law and the spirit it was passed in. Learn more.

• Michigan 🚘: Common Cause Michigan is making sure voters know that two ballot initiatives are threatening U.S. citizens’ right to vote. The new ad campaign is initially running digitally throughout the state. Learn more about our work to oppose bad ballot initiatives here. 

📊 By the numbers

ICE says it’s going after “violent criminals.” But the truth? Less than 1% of deportees had murder convictions. They’re tearing apart families, not protecting public safety.

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