One person, no vote. How voter suppression is destroying our democracy
Chronicles the rollbacks to African American participation in the vote since the Supreme Court's 2013 Shelby ruling, which allowed districts to change voting requirments without approval from the Department of Justice.
This book distinguishes itself by focusing specifically on the period after the 2013 Supreme Court decision in Shelby County v. Holder, detailing the immediate and subsequent impact of that ruling on voting access. It provides a granular analysis of how specific legislative changes in various states led to a measurable decline in voter participation. The author connects these changes directly to a broader strategy of undermining democratic processes.
This book continues Carol Anderson's consistent focus on the historical and contemporary struggles for civil rights and racial justice in the United States. It builds upon themes explored in her previous works, particularly her examination of systemic inequalities and their impact on African American communities. Readers familiar with her other books will recognize her rigorous research and analytical approach to American history and policy.