The right to vote has been a longstanding and hard-fought battle for Black Americans throughout history. The 15th Amendment to the United States Constitution, ratified in 1870, granted African American men the right to vote. However, this right was often suppressed through discriminatory practices such as literacy tests, poll taxes, and intimidation tactics such as violence and intimidation.

During the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s, activists fought for and eventually secured the Voting Rights Act of 1965. This landmark piece of legislation prohibited discriminatory practices that prevented African Americans from voting and ensured that all citizens, regardless of race or color, had the right to participate in the democratic process.

Despite these advancements, voter suppression efforts continue to impact African American communities today. Laws such as strict voter ID requirements, voter purges, and gerrymandering disproportionately affect Black voters. Organizations and individuals continue to fight for voting rights and access, highlighting the ongoing struggle for equality and justice in the electoral process.