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Rise of Democratic Politics began in 1820-1840. During this period, there was a growing demand for greater political participation and representation among the American people. This led to the emergence of new political parties, such as the Democrats and Whigs, who sought to expand democracy and challenge the traditional power structures of the time. Suffrage was also expanded during this period, with many states removing property ownership requirements for voting and allowing more white men to participate in the political process.

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The 15th amendment was passed in 1870, granting African American men the right to vote. The 15th amendment protects voting rights by prohibiting the federal and state governments from denying a citizen the right to vote based on their race, color, or previous condition of servitude. It also gave Congress the power to enforce this amendment through appropriate legislation.

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The 19th amendment was passed in 1920. It ensured that voting rights cannot be denied on the basis of sex, which protects women's right to participate in the democratic process and have a say in the government. It also paved the way for future legislation that expanded voting rights to other marginalized groups.

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The Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 granted citizenship to all Native Americans born in the United States, but it did not give them the right to vote until 1948. It granted Native Americans citizenship, which meant they were now protected under the 14th Amendment and had the right to due process.

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The McCarren Walter Act of 1952 was during the time period of heightened concerns over communism and immigration in the United States, and it established new regulations for immigration quotas and deportation procedures. It extended suffrage to citizens of Asian descent and allowed for the deportation of suspected subversives, leading to controversy and criticism from civil rights groups. This was done by repealing the ban of naturalization of Asian immigrants.

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The 23rd Amendment was passed in 1961 and it granted residents of Washington D.C. the right to vote in presidential elections. It ensures that residents of Washington D.C. have the same voting rights as citizens in the states, protecting their right to participate in presidential elections and have a say in the democratic process.

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The 24th Amendment was passed in 1964 and it prohibited the use of poll taxes in federal elections. This amendment was a significant step towards ensuring equal voting rights for all citizens regardless of their socioeconomic status. It extended suffrage to millions of African Americans who were previously denied due to the poll tax, which was used as a tool of voter suppression in many Southern states.

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Voting Rights Act of 1965 is a legislature that prohibits racial discrimination in voting, particularly targeting the discriminatory practices that were used to prevent African Americans from exercising their right to vote. It did this by prohibiting discriminatory practices such as literacy tests and poll taxes, and requiring certain states with a history of discrimination to obtain federal approval before making any changes to their voting laws. This ensures that all citizens, regardless of race, have equal access to the right to vote.

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The 26th Amendment was passed in 1971 and lowered the voting age from 21 to 18 years old, granting millions of young Americans the right to vote. This amendment was a response to the Vietnam War and the argument that if young Americans were old enough to fight and die for their country, they were old enough to vote. It ensures that the voting rights of young Americans by ensuring that they cannot be denied the right to vote based on their age once they turn 18. This amendment also ensures that states cannot set a higher minimum voting age than 18 for federal elections.

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The VRA Reauthorization of 1975 extended the provisions of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 for seven years and expanded its coverage to include language minorities. Ensuring that they are not denied due to language barriers. It also required certain jurisdictions with a history of voting discrimination to seek federal approval before making any changes to their voting laws or procedures.

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Voting Accessibility for Elderly and Handicapped Act

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Voting Accessibility for Elderly and Handicapped Act

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The Voting Accessibility for Elderly and Handicapped Act was passed in 1984 to ensure that polling places are accessible to people with disabilities, including those who use wheelchairs or have visual or hearing impairments. The act requires that polling places be equipped with ramps, accessible voting machines, and other accommodations to ensure that everyone can vote independently and privately.