AFL-CIO Leaders Denounce SCOTUS's Disenfranchisement of SC Black Voters
Editorial StaffThe Facts -
- The AFL-CIO condemns the U.S. Supreme Court's approval of a congressional map in South Carolina that reportedly disenfranchises Black voters.
- The ruling is seen as a violation of the 14th and 15th amendments and an example of right-wing politicians using the judiciary to endorse racist policies.
- The AFL-CIO believes that a strong democracy leads to strong unions, and they commit to fighting institutional racism and protecting voting rights.
AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler and Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond issued a statement following the U.S. Supreme Court's approval of a South Carolina congressional map deemed to disenfranchise Black voters in a case known as Alexander v. the South Carolina State Conference of the NAACP.
The labor movement has worked alongside the civil rights movement for fair representation, both in the workplace and our democracy. The Supreme Court's decision to approve a discriminatory map that weakens the voting power of Black South Carolinians is a disgrace to activists and leaders who fought for these rights.
This ruling, allowing violations of the 14th and 15th amendments, exemplifies right-wing politicians using the judiciary to endorse extremist legislature's racist policies. Amidst scandals and critically low approval ratings, this anti-democratic decision emphasizes the need for federal legislation to safeguard access to the ballot box.
When democracy thrives, unions are powerful. And when unions are robust, America, and the opportunities it gives to Black workers and their families, is strong. We are committed to fighting institutional racism that enables such a terrible decision from our highest court.
Contact: Riley Lopez, [email protected] or 202-637-5018
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