Issue Position: Protecting the Right to Vote

Issue Position

I am a leader in the fight to ensure that every American can vote without fear of disenfranchisement. According to the Brennan Center for Justice, in 2014 so far, more than 190 bills restricting the right to vote have already been introduced in 31 states. Additionally, in June, the Supreme Court's rejection of Section 4 of the landmark Voting Right Act put the rights of voters across the nation at risk.

I believe a country built on the foundation of civic participation should never tolerate any politically-motivated threats to our ability to express our views at the polls. That is why I introduced legislation, the Pocan Ellison Right to Vote Amendment, which would explicitly guarantee the right to vote in the Constitution, provide all Americans the affirmative right to vote, and empower Congress to protect this right. A voting rights amendment would positively affirm our founding principle that our country is at its strongest when everyone participates.

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