Political Quotes

Hank Johnson: “The 15th, 19th, and 26th Amendments guarantee the right to vote, and if the right to vote is denied, those so deprived…”

On the recordJuly 26, 2021
The 15th, 19th, and 26th Amendments guarantee the right to vote, and if the right to vote is denied, those so deprived lose the ability to preserve all other constitutionally guaranteed rights and our country becomes a democracy in name only.
Said by
Hank Johnson
Democratic · Georgia

Editor's note · Context

Voting rights are essential for preserving democracy and other constitutional rights.

Share

More from Hank Johnson

Jun 12, 2025

A judiciary cannot stand as a pillar of trust and independence unless it is also anchored in accountability. Yet, as it stands, Federal judges facing serious misconduct allegations can stop an investigation in its tracks by simply stepping…

govinfo.gov
Mar 4, 2025

I am stunned that co-Presidents Musk and Trump are firing over 500 FAA employees, including those maintaining radar systems and landing equipment, when aviation safety is already at risk.

cnn.com
May 19, 2025

We will get to a time in this country where we will pass that legislation.

nbcnews.com
Mar 5, 2025

The VA needs improvement, but reckless cuts are not the answer. Veterans should not bear the brunt of mismanagement.

newsweek.com

Other voices in this conversation