Discriminatory voting practices have been a major issue throughout Black history in the United States. One of the most well-known examples is the use of literacy tests, poll taxes, and grandfather clauses to disenfranchise Black Americans during the Jim Crow era. These tactics were used by white supremacists to prevent Black people from exercising their right to vote, which was guaranteed by the 15th Amendment.

Additionally, intimidation and violence were commonly used to prevent Black Americans from voting, particularly in the South. Lynchings, threats, and other forms of violence were used to instill fear in the Black community and deter them from attempting to register to vote or cast their ballots.

Even after the Voting Rights Act of 1965 was passed to prohibit racial discrimination in voting, challenges to voting rights persisted. Gerrymandering, voter ID laws, and other forms of voter suppression continue to disproportionately impact Black voters and limit their political power.

Despite these challenges, Black Americans have fought tirelessly for their right to vote and have made significant strides in advancing voting rights. Organizations like the NAACP and individuals like Fannie Lou Hamer and John Lewis were instrumental in the fight for voting rights and continue to inspire activists today in the ongoing struggle for equality at the ballot box.