The Push To Redefine 'Black' And End Anti-Racist Voter Protections

Hansi Lo Wang, NPR's dedicated correspondent on voting rights, dives into the alarming efforts by Louisiana officials to redefine who counts as 'Black' in voting maps. This could significantly diminish the voting power of Black citizens nationwide. The discussion touches on the historical implications of such changes, ongoing legal battles around the Voting Rights Act, and how these efforts threaten civil rights protections. Wang also emphasizes the broader ramifications of redefining racial identity in the context of representation and electoral integrity.