Black voting rates have increased over the last 50 years thanks in part to __________ and Barack Obama's candidacy.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Federal civil rights legislation, such as the Voting Rights Act of 1965, helped to remove many of the barriers that prevented Black Americans from voting. Additionally, Barack Obama's candidacy as the first Black presidential nominee and eventual President of the United States has inspired and mobilized many Black voters to participate in the political process.

Black Voting Rates Have Increased Over the Last 50 Years