Legacy of Jim Crow Laws Influences Voting Rights in Ranson

How Mississippi's Jim Crow Laws Still Haunt Black Voters Today

The Register~Herald | Wednesday, January 29, 2025

By Marshall Project

The recent article from The Register~Herald explores the ongoing impact of Jim Crow laws on Black voters in Mississippi, linked to the legacy of voter disenfranchisement and contemporary political struggles. Historical references such as Charles Caldwell's tragic story reflect a national narrative that resonates with local efforts in towns like Charles Town and Ranson, where advocates continue to fight for voting rights. This history is crucial to understanding current voting challenges faced by marginalized communities across the U.S., including what appears in our own elections and voter access debates in Jefferson County.

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