Southern Republican leaders postponed the renewal of the Voting Rights Act yesterday saying it unfairly singles out their states for scrutiny. But some lawmakers say the racist histories of certain southern states warrant the tougher monitoring. Kojo gets an update from those following the debate closely.
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Delay of the Voting Rights Act
Listen Thursday, Jun. 22, 2006 at 12:06 p.m. in PoliticsGuests
John Brittain
Chief Counsel, Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law
Rep. Charlie Norwood
Republican Congressman from Georgia's 9th District
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