John,

Fifty-five years ago, brave African American men and women marched from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama to demand the right to vote. But this peaceful protest was violently interrupted by local police who attacked the unarmed marchers, deploying tear gas and beating them with billy clubs.

This horrific act of violence became known as Bloody Sunday. And despite such brutal opposition, the progress of the Civil Rights Movement could not be stopped. Thanks to these unflappable activists, we saw remarkable victories like the Voting Rights Act of 1965, which prohibited racial discrimination in voting.

But our fight to protect and expand voting rights is far from over, John. The GOP's shameful and relentless voter suppression tactics are being deployed all across the country -- which is why I helped pass the Voting Rights Advancement Act last December.

With the next election only a few months away and primaries occurring across the country, it's critical we turn up the pressure on Mitch McConnell and the Senate to make it easier -- not harder -- for Americans to exercise their right to vote.

To honor the anniversary of Bloody Sunday, join me in standing up for voting rights today:

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Thanks,

Dwight

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