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Friend,

Today marks the fourth anniversary of the death of legislative giant and
civil rights hero Congressman John Lewis. His legacy is one of fighting
for justice in the face of adversity and we walk in his footsteps when we
imagine a more just society.

In the years before his death, Rep. Lewis and his allies were working
furiously to update our voting rights legislation to meet the needs of our
current moment. With the far-right working to chip away at the right to
vote via the courts and state legislation, we need the John R. Lewis
Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act now more than
ever!

[ [link removed] ]Add your name to our petition urging the Senate to pass the John R.
Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act now! >>

Curious about what reforms are included in these bills? Here are some
highlights.

Key provisions of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act:

* Restore and modernize the Voting Rights Act (VRA): This would put back
in place a new geographic formula for the VRA’s preclearance
requirement which will prevent discriminatory voting practices before
they can take effect.
* Expand protection against discriminatory voting practices: This will
broaden the VRA’s protections to cover changes to voting practices
that have a discriminatory impact, ensuring that all voters are
treated fairly.
* Increase transparency for voting practice changes: The legislation
will require greater public notice and disclosure of changes to voting
practices, making it harder for discriminatory changes to go
unnoticed.
* Increase accountability for violations: This legislation will provide
federal authorities with stronger tools to combat voting
discrimination and ensure that those who violate the law are held
accountable.

Key provisions of the Freedom to Vote Act:

* Automatic voter registration and online voter registration: Enacts an
automatic voter registration system for each state through the state’s
motor vehicle agency and ensures voters in all states have access to
online voter registration.
* Same day voter registration: Ensures every state offers same day
registration at a limited number of locations for the 2024 elections
and at all polling locations by 2026.
* Strengthens voter list maintenance standards: Requires that the
removal of voters from the rolls is done on the basis of reliable and
objective evidence and prohibits the use of returned mail sent by
third parties to remove voters.
* Expands access to the ballot through early voting and mail voting in
all states.
* Cracks down on deceptive and intimidating practices: Prohibit the
dissemination of false and misleading information designed to deter
eligible voters from casting a ballot.
* Counters big money in politics: Shores up campaign transparency and
ensures the independence of super PAC’s.
* And much more...

We must commit to addressing attacks on the right to vote across the
nation. While we are currently struggling against strict voter ID
requirements, purging voter rolls, limiting early voting hours, and
partisan gerrymandering, John Lewis’ legacy inspires us to think bigger
about what is possible.

[ [link removed] ]Protect our democracy. Sign on to the latest petition urging the Senate
to advance the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to
Vote Act!>>

Thank you for your commitment to making change in remembrance of the great
Rep. John Lewis.

Rio Tazewell
People For the American Way

P.S. Activists across the country have organized rallies today to
commemorate this anniversary and advocate for justice and equality.
[ [link removed] ]Find a rally and RSVP!

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