Protecting Our Rights

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Gains made toward full and fair voting rights and equal representation of Black and Brown voters are under assault, and the SPLC is fighting to protect them. Read about our voting rights policy priorities here.


The dangerous and deceptive SAVE Act will make it harder for millions of Americans to vote. Learn more about who will be impacted and what you can do to help stop it.


The far right is urging the Election Assistance Commission to adopt onerous and unnecessary proof-of-citizenship requirements that will effectively block millions of eligible Americans from exercising their right to vote. The SPLC is opposing this change. Read our opposition to learn why it would be so harmful.

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The SPLC is also advocating to protect our communities from the devastating impacts of the Big Ugly Budget Bill, which will dramatically reduce funding for vital food assistance and health care programs. See the details here and learn how you can help us resist.

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