Why is the VRA important to voters in states or jurisdictions that are not covered by Sections 5 or 203?
The foundation of our democratic form of government is the right to vote and every person should have the opportunity to participate in our democracy. To ensure that all Americans have this important tool to influence the policies the government adopts that affect every aspect of our lives, we must make sure that every American can cast an effective ballot. Unfortunately, even today, many minority voters face barriers to voting.
