Explore the evolving story of democracy in action through this lesson on the struggle for voting rights in the United States. Using primary sources, timelines, and classroom discussions, students examine how voting rights have expanded—and been restricted—throughout U.S. history. From literacy tests and poll taxes to modern-day voter ID laws, this resource challenges students to analyze how civic participation reflects the nation’s commitment to equality and representation.
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