Question

American Political Identity
Why was the Voting Rights Act of 1965 necessary? Select all that apply.
(1 point)
Responses

Each citizen must be ruled by the same laws.
Each citizen must be ruled by the same laws. - only 2 answers are allowed

Each citizen must be able to participate in government.
Each citizen must be able to participate in government. - only 2 answers are allowed

Each citizen must have the protections of the Bill of Rights.
Each citizen must have the protections of the Bill of Rights. - only 2 answers are allowed

Each citizen must have equal voting power in federal elections.
Each citizen must have equal voting power in federal elections. - only 2 answers are allowed

Each citizen must complete a test or pay a tax to be registered to vote.
Each citizen must complete a test or pay a tax to be registered to vote. - only 2 answers are allowed
Only 2 answers are allowed.
Only 2 answers are allowed.

Answer 1

The two most relevant reasons for why the Voting Rights Act of 1965 was necessary are:

1. Each citizen must be able to participate in government.
2. Each citizen must have equal voting power in federal elections.

These answers highlight the importance of guaranteeing voting rights and ensuring equal access to the democratic process for all citizens.