Implications of Shelby County v. Holder on Voting Rights

Hard Unit 5: Political Participation Voting Rights

In the context of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, Congress sought to eliminate barriers preventing minorities from voting. This legislation was a response to systematic racial discrimination in voting practices, particularly in Southern states. However, following the Supreme Court's ruling in Shelby County v. Holder (2013), key provisions of the Act were deemed unconstitutional. This case raised questions regarding federal oversight of state voting laws.

Which of the following statements best reflects the implications of this decision on voting rights?

The decision ensured that all states had to comply with strict federal voting regulations.

It limited the federal government's ability to prevent states from implementing voter ID laws.

It affirmed that states could not change voting laws without federal approval.

The ruling enhanced the protection of voting rights for racial minorities across all states.

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