Senate Republicans Block Another Attempt To Advance Voting Rights Law

Essence Magazine:

John Lews (at podium) in 2019 | Photo by Cheriss May/NurPhoto via Getty Images By Kevin L. Clark ·Updated November 4, 2021

The day after Republicans celebrate a huge win in Virginia, Senate Democrats take an L as their counterpart successfully blocked the advancement of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act on Wednesday, Nov. 3.Had they been successful, the legislation crafted by the late civil rights activist would replace part of the

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