Civil rights activists react to Supreme Court ruling on Voting Rights Act

Civil rights activists have strongly reacted to a U.S. Supreme Court ruling criticized for weakening the Voting Rights Act.

The decision comes as civil rights organizations warn of increasing discrimination in elections. Many argue the ruling will pave the way for states to pass laws restricting minority voting rights.

In an interview, one activist emphasized: 'This is a heavy blow to people's voting rights. We will continue fighting to protect democracy.'

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