Voter registration has been a fundamental aspect of the civil rights struggle in Black history. Throughout American history, Black Americans have faced barriers to registering to vote, including poll taxes, literacy tests, and outright intimidation and violence. These obstacles were used to suppress the political power of the Black community and maintain white supremacy.

One of the pivotal moments in the fight for Black voting rights was the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. This landmark piece of legislation aimed to eliminate discriminatory voting practices that disenfranchised Black voters, particularly in the Southern states. The Voting Rights Act prohibited literacy tests and other discriminatory tactics and provided federal oversight of voter registration in areas with a history of voter suppression.

Through grassroots organizing, voter education campaigns, and legal challenges, Black activists and organizations fought for the right to vote and registered countless Black voters across the country. Their efforts helped increase Black political participation and representation at all levels of government.

Despite the progress made in securing voting rights for Black Americans, voter suppression continues to be a persistent issue, with ongoing challenges such as voter ID laws, purges of voter rolls, and gerrymandering disproportionately affecting communities of color. The fight for voting rights remains a crucial part of the ongoing struggle for racial justice and equality in America.