Texas GOP Advances Voting Bill After Democrats’ Holdout Ends

The video discusses the return of Democrats from a 38-day walkout to block a voting bill in Texas, which includes restrictions like a ban on drive-thru voting. The bill is expected to pass soon, coinciding with a national march for voting rights on the anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington. The video highlights the impact of new voting laws in 18 states, which are seen as restrictive by some groups.

What was the primary reason Democrats left the state for 38 days?

• To attend a national conference

• To protest against a tax bill

• To prevent a quorum for a voting bill

• To support a healthcare reform

What significant event does the March on for voting rights align with?

• The first moon landing

• The end of the Vietnam War

• The signing of the Civil Rights Act

• The March on Washington led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

What was the focus of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s March on Washington in 1963?

• Educational equality

• Environmental protection

• Jobs and freedom

• Healthcare reform

As of mid-July, how many states have enacted laws making it harder to vote?

• 10 states

• 18 states

• 25 states

• 30 states

Which organization provided information about the new voting laws?

• The National Voting Rights Association

• The American Civil Liberties Union

• The Brennan Center for Justice

• The United Nations