Statement from NAACP President Derrick Johnson on the reintroduction of the SAVE Act:
“Instead of lowering costs as he promised, Donald Trump and his MAGA flank are focused on gutting our democracy. Voting is the foundation of our democracy. Our families and communities thrive when every voter — regardless of race, income, or zip code — has the freedom to participate in elections and have a say in the decisions that shape their lives. “The SAVE Act is nothing more than voter suppression disguised as voter protection. The burdensome requirements disproportionately target voters in historically marginalized communities, amplify systemic inequalities, and aim to silence millions. “If Congress is truly dedicated to protecting the right to vote, it will pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. Instead of undermining the freedom to vote, we should be investing in policies that expand access to voting, modernize election systems, and ensure that every vote is counted.”
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