Voting Rights Act Of 1965 Celebrates 60th Anniversary
This summer marks the 60th Anniversary of the 1965 Voting Rights Act. Tech History Professor Troy Smith said the legislation proved a game changer. The law prohibited states from changing voting laws without approval from the federal government. Smith said African American voter registration jumped to over 50 percent soon after. “It led to more […]
Candlelight Vigil To Be Held In Celebration Of Rep. John Lewis’ Legacy On Putnam Courthouse Square
A candlelight vigil will be held on Saturday evening in honor of Representative John Lewis on the first anniversary of his passing. Supporter Anne Austin said the event is put on not by a specific organization, but a coalition of people wanting to come together to celebrate Lewis’ life and legacy. “John Lewis marched for […]
