Democracies all over the world set boundaries on who can and cannot vote. In the American political system, the ________ formally control(s) the franchise, but must conform to ________.

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In the American political system, states have the formal control over the franchise, as outlined in the Constitution. However, they must conform to federal law, including the Voting Rights Act, which sets national standards for voting, and the Constitution, which prohibits discriminatory voting practices.

Democracies All Over the World Set Boundaries on Who Can