Biden Urges Congress to Pass Voting Rights Legislation in State of the Union

In a poignant address, President Biden calls for the passage of the John Lewis Voting Rights Act and the Freedom to Vote Act, emphasizing the ongoing struggle for voting rights.

• President Biden highlighted the historical significance of Bloody Sunday and the legacy of John Lewis in his State of the Union address, urging Congress to pass critical voting rights legislation.
• Biden's speech comes amid increasing legislation making it harder to vote, with at least 14 states enacting 17 restrictive voting laws in 2023.
• The proposed John Lewis Voting Rights Act aims to expand the government's ability to respond to voter discrimination, while the Freedom to Vote Act seeks to ensure early voting periods and easier mail-in voting.
• Black leaders and organizations have been vocal in their support for the legislation, emphasizing the importance of federal intervention to protect voting rights.
• The call to action is supported by a wide range of activists and organizations, highlighting the urgency of addressing voter suppression and election subversion.

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