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On the recordJuly 17, 2013
I humbly suggest that we look beyond the scope of laws passed by states that directly impact minorities at the polls.
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James A. Lewis
Democratic · Illinois

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John Lewis advocates for a broader examination of laws affecting minority voting rights.

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