Despite evidence of the VRA's success, however, the Supreme Court in 2013, Shelby County, substituted its own judgment for that of Congress.
The Voting Rights Act is rightly regarded by many as our Nation's most important civil rights law.
These are our neighbors, friends, family members, constituents, and fellow Americans.
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We are here today to address the horrific rise in violence, harassment, and discrimination against Asian Americans that ...
I have long believed that the criminalization of marijuana has been a mistake.
Mandatory minimum penalties are unwise, unjust, and unfair.
This needs to stop. That is why I will be reintroducing the MORE Act.
It is time for us to Act quickly to advance smart, effective solutions at the federal, state, and local level.
The status quo is unacceptable and we need to take a hard look at reforming these penalties.