Imamura noted New York City has several congressional districts that exist because of Section 2 of the federal Voting Rights Act. As an example, he cited the 6th Congressional District, which includes ...

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives are pushing to get a voting rights bill named after the late Congressman John Lewis to the president’s desk. “This legislation is ...

The John Lewis Voter Empowerment Act would boost voting language access and impose preclearance on communities with a history of voter discrimination and intimidation.

ATLANTA -- Instead of calling Rep. John Lewis a hero, the better way to honor the civil rights leader's legacy is by guaranteeing equal representation to every American, former President Barack Obama ...

In our workplaces, in our communities and in our government, the right to vote is how working people make our voices heard. The late Rep. John Lewis (Georgia) proclaimed, “Your vote is precious, ...

WASHINGTON, DC (NEXSTAR) — House Democrats are ramping up their efforts this week to pass a new Voting Rights Act. Rep. Terri Sewell, D-AL, introduced the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act ...

The landmark John. R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York was signed into law by Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday. The law, named after the late civil rights activist, is meant to prevent local officials ...