Our lead columnist pays tribute to the 50th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, and says the landmark legislation has come under attack by states like Georgia that have adopted voter ID laws, likening them to minority voter suppression. The companion writer questions opponents of such laws and criticizes Republicans for not educating the public about their overwhelming support for early congressional passage of the VRA.

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U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff (right) stands with homeowner Tanjills Sawyer during a news conference announcing federal funds for housing in Clayton County. Georgia is facing a housing shortage of between 100,000 and 350,000 homes, writes Mesha Mainor. (Arvin Temkar/AJC 2024)

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The city of Brookhaven's mayor and City Council last week decided to remove the colored panes of glass from the dome of Brookhaven's new City Centre after residents objected to the brightness of the colors, seen here Friday, June 27, 2025. (Reed Williams/AJC)

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