Tell Congress: This Juneteenth, pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act
U.S. Congress
On Juneteenth, we celebrate the end of chattel slavery in the United States – and the long fight for equal rights and justice that has taken place since.
On June 19, 1865, 250,000 enslaved people in Texas were finally liberated – over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. This marks one of our nation’s most important strides towards a democracy where everyone counts, but we must also acknowledge that this work is still incomplete.
Black Americans continue to face discrimination, inequity, and barriers at the ballot box. And, despite voting overwhelmingly to recognize Juneteenth, Congress has failed to pass legislation to fight voter suppression and protect Black Americans' voting rights.
That’s why, this Juneteenth, we’re calling on Congress to back up their support for this day with action.
Add your name to urge Congress to finally pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, which would expand and protect voting rights for all.
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This Juneteenth, we urge Congress to honor this monumental day by passing the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.
This essential legislation would restore and modernize the comprehensive voter protections initially established by the Voting Rights Act of 1965 – helping create the democracy we deserve.