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Congressman Jackson urges action after Voting Rights rollback during Spartanburg visit
Summary
Visiting Congressman Jackson, introduced as representing Illinois’ 1st District, appealed to Spartanburg leaders to resist rollbacks of voting protections, called for equal participation and more investment in education, and tied civil-rights history to present challenges.
Congressman Jackson, introduced to the council as representing Illinois’ 1st District, addressed the Spartanburg City Council during a special appearance, urging renewed attention to voting rights and community investment.
"The rescinding of the Voting Rights Act, the dismantling of that key critical piece of legislation that made…
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