The provisions of the 1965 Voting Rights Act are under threat , says Donna J . Florida severely restricted voter registration drives , although minority voters register through drives at twice the rate of white voters . Brazile : Lawmakers in 40 states have introduced legislation that would make it harder to vote . It would be harder especially for people of color , the young and seniors , she says . The Department of Justice must continue to protect American voting rights , she says .
The provisions of the 1965 Voting Rights Act are under threat , says Donna J . Brazile : Lawmakers in 40 states have introduced legislation that would make it harder to vote . It would be harder especially for people of color , the young and seniors , she says . The Department of Justice must continue to protect American voting rights , she says .