Give Us the Ballot
Book • 2015
Give Us the Ballot by Ari Berman chronicles the transformative impact of the Voting Rights Act on American democracy and explores the continued fight over voting rights.
The book delves into the historical context of the act, its immediate effects, and the challenges it has faced, including voter suppression tactics and legal setbacks like the Shelby County v.
Holder decision.
Berman's narrative serves as both a historical account and a call to action to protect and expand voting rights.
The book delves into the historical context of the act, its immediate effects, and the challenges it has faced, including voter suppression tactics and legal setbacks like the Shelby County v.
Holder decision.
Berman's narrative serves as both a historical account and a call to action to protect and expand voting rights.
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