That moment reminds us that Detroit was not just a center of industrial power. It was and is the center of fight for justice, equality and democracy. This year's Supreme Court decision is a reminder that progress is never guaranteed by, but weakening voting rights protections. The Court is moving us backward at a time when we need to be strengthening our democracy and expanding participation for all Americans. We cannot move backwards when so many sacrificed to move Americans forward. (12:12–12:23)
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Asserts that a recent Supreme Court decision weakens voting rights protections.
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