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What is the Voting Rights Act of 1965?
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A law that prohibits discrimination in voting based on race, color, or national origin.
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The Voting Rights Act of 1965 is a landmark piece of legislation that prohibits discrimination in voting based on race, color, or national origin. It was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson on August 6, 1965.