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sheshe2

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Thu Aug 8, 2013, 08:19 PM Aug 2013

The 1965 Voting Rights Act: 48th Anniversary [View all]

The 1965 Voting Rights Act: 48th Anniversary

Posted on August 6, 2013 by Ametia
http://3chicspolitico.com/2013/08/06/the-1965-voting-rights-act-48th-anniversary/

Racial Entitlement, my black ass.












Lyndon B. Johnson Signs the Voting Rights Act of 1965




Voting Rights: The Fight Continues Today

Throughout our history, Americans have fought and died for the right to vote. And while we’ve made significant progress, even today there are those who seek to limit voting rights. In 2013 alone, 11 Republican-controlled states have taken action to limit people’s Constitutional right to vote. But as Democrats, we’re not backing down and will continue to fight to expand access to the polls for every eligible voter.



Ready to get involved?
http://www.votingrightsmatter.com/


Scroll down to follow the history of voting rights in our country, see what's happening today, see how Democrats are fighting back, and most importantly, how you can get involved.

Go here to see more.
http://www.votingrightsmatter.com/



Rare Video Footage of Historic Alabama 1965 Civil Rights Marches,



More.

http://3chicspolitico.com/2013/08/06/the-1965-voting-rights-act-48th-anniversary/

*****This is a cross post from GD. I moved it here after a vile comment. It was alerted on by someone, and I thank them for that. I was to upset to even return to my OP. So it is here now.

I just saw that their posting privileges have been revolked. Thank you MIRT!
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