My artistic padlet by Jackson Lloyd 12

1820's - 1840's

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The right to vote was limited to only those who could meet taxpaying requirements and the right to vote was extended to the poor white people, with 80% of white males voting. By removing taxes on voting it made it easier for everyone to vote.

1870

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The right to vote was extended to minority groups. This amendment protected voting rights by no longer making it legal to bar voting based on race.

1920

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The right to vote was extended to women. Voting rights are protected by this amendment as you can no longer bar someone to vote based on their gender.

1924

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The right to vote was extended to Native Americans and gave them full citizenship. This extended the right to vote by no longer barring those of native origin from voting.

1952

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Granted all Asian-Americans the right to become citizens and vote. Stopped barring Asian people from voting based on race.

1961

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Gives DC residents right to vote for the United States president. Helped make it so nearly all people in the capital could vote for president.

1964

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Prohibited the government from taxing people when they voted in elections. Helped lower income people be able to vote easier and not worry about unnecessary payments.

1965

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Removed discriminatory barriers that kept a lot of people of color from voting. This cemented the rights of minority groups in the United States when it comes to voting.

1971

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Lowered the voting age from 21 to 18 and allowed younger people to vote. Piece of legislation established value for younger demographics when it comes to elections.

1975

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Permanently banned literacy tests nationwide and required voting materials for non-English speaking citizens. Gave minority groups better access to voting and this legislation protected voting rights by making voting more accessible.

1984

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This mandated that polling places make it able for people with disabilities to be able to cast a vote. Protects voting rights by making sure people aren't limited to voting based on physical capability.