Back in March, I told you state legislatures around the country had introduced over 250 voter suppression bills. Last month, I told you that number had risen to 389.

Now, it’s over 400. And since the beginning of the year, 18 states have enacted 30 laws that make it harder to vote.

Frankly, I’m going to keep talking to you about this issue until we do something about it.

As Congresswoman for New Jersey’s 11th District, I’m 100% committed to defending our democracy, and voting is foundational to our democracy. In Congress, I’m fighting to protect and expand voting rights and make our elections more secure against attacks like the kind we witnessed on January 6th.

Today is the 56th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and in honor of this historic piece of legislation, I want to gather 5,600 signatures in support of protecting voting rights. Will you add your name to mine?

Unfortunately in recent weeks, there have been even more setbacks for voting rights in our country. 

1. The Supreme Court issued a decision that further weakens the Voting Rights Act and its landmark protections, paving the way for state lawmakers spearheading the assault on voting rights to keep doing what they’re doing.


2. Senate Republicans blocked debate on the For the People Act, a bill that I voted for in the House to prevent the influx of voter suppression bills at the state level.

I’m fighting with everything that I have to honor John Lewis’ legacy and fight back against this unprecedented assault on voting rights. And I want you in this fight with me. Please sign our petition for the Voting Rights Act anniversary today.

Thank you for all you do,

Mikie