by Press | Aug 12, 2021 | Press Releases
(Washington, D.C.) — The U.S. Census Bureau released the first local level results of the 2020 Census data Thursday, including information about race and voting-age population. The release of today’s data will allow states to begin the redistricting process, in which...
by Press | Aug 6, 2021 | Press Releases
(Washington, D.C.) — On August 6, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law the Voting Rights Act (VRA), transformative legislation that created robust federal oversight to address racial discrimination in elections and voting practices. For decades, voters of...
by Press | Aug 5, 2021 | Press Releases
(Washington, D.C.) — U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) announced Thursday on the Senate floor that Richard Trumka, longtime president of the AFL-CIO, had passed away. The following is a statement from Damon Hewitt, president and executive director of the Lawyers’...
by Press | Aug 4, 2021 | Press Releases
(Washington, D.C.) —The newly announced federal eviction moratorium—replacing the one that expired on July 3rd—will target protections in communities with elevated rates of coronavirus infections and would include a new freeze in place for up to 60 days. The Centers...
by Press | Jul 17, 2021 | Press Releases
(Washington, D.C.) – One year after the passing of civil rights hero and long-time member of Congress, John Lewis, the nation reflects on his fight for voting rights and justice for all. The following is a statement from Damon Hewitt, president and executive...
