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On the recordJanuary 26, 2012
We believe without question that this provision is a retrogressive policy in violation of the Voting Rights Act and creates a significant barrier for racial and language minority voters in Florida who are protected under the Voting Rights Act.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

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Criticizing a provision that violates voting rights protections for minorities.

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