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Some paid the ultimate price to enact voting rights. Their survivors see America turning backward
By Gary Fields | The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
Holiday gatherings and major life events have come with an empty seat. Certain dates on the calendar meant time at a cemetery, standing before granite stones.
They are a relatively small group of people, scattered across different states, but they share a common bond that stretches back decad...
Key takeaway Certain dates on the calendar meant time at a cemetery, standing before granite stones.
Why this matters in Frisco News
In Frisco , where the city's rapid growth has led to a diverse population, the erosion of voting rights has significant implications. As the Supreme Court's decisions weaken the Voting Rights Act of 1965, local residents who have benefited from the sacrifices of civil rights activists may face new barriers to exercising their right to vote. The speed with which Republican-led state legislatures have eliminated majority-Black congressional districts after the court's April ruling raises concerns about the impact on minority communities in Collin and Denton counties. Frisco's own demographic shifts, with a growing minority population, make it essential to monitor how these changes affect local voting rights and representation. The city's residents, including those who have been inspired by the sacrifices of civil rights activists, must remain vigilant and engaged in the ongoing struggle to protect and expand voting rights.
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Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Holiday gatherings and major life events have come with an empty seat. Certain dates on the calendar meant time at a cemetery, standing before granite stones.
They are a relatively small group of people, scattered across different states, but they share a common bond that stretches back decad...
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