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On April 29, 2026, in Louisiana v. Callais, the Supreme Court invalidated a Louisiana congressional map, holding that racial considerations cannot predominate in the drawing of electoral districts. The ruling narrowed Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 by requiring plaintiffs to show intentional discrimination, not just discriminatory effects. In this episode, we explore the Court’s 6-3 decision and what it means for the future of the Voting Rights Act with two leading election law scholars: Edward Foley of The Ohio State University and Michael Morley of Florida State University College of Law. Julie Silverbrook, chief content and learning officer at the National Constitution Center, moderates.
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Louisiana v. Callais (2026)
Allen v. Milligan (2023)
Robinson v. Ardoin (2022)
Brnovich v. Democratic National Committee (2021)
Shelby County v. Holder (2013)
Thornburg v. Gingles (1986)
Voting Rights Act (1965)
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On April 29, 2026, in Louisiana v. Callais, the Supreme Court invalidated a Louisiana congressional map, holding that racial considerations cannot predominate in the drawing of electoral districts. The ruling narrowed Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 by requiring plaintiffs to show intentional discrimination, not just discriminatory effects. In this episode, we explore the Court’s 6-3 decision and what it means for the future of the Voting Rights Act with two leading election law scholars: Edward Foley of The Ohio State University and Michael Morley of Florida State University College of Law. Julie Silverbrook, chief content and learning officer at the National Constitution Center, moderates.
Resources
Louisiana v. Callais (2026)
Allen v. Milligan (2023)
Robinson v. Ardoin (2022)
Brnovich v. Democratic National Committee (2021)
Shelby County v. Holder (2013)
Thornburg v. Gingles (1986)
Voting Rights Act (1965)
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