Voter suppression violates the voting Amendments of American citizens. The reoccurring trend is that voter suppression tends to target the minorities and their voting rights. In the Constitution there are several Amendments that states these minorities are able to vote. In 1870 the 15th amendment, which prevented the government from discriminating based off of race and color, was passed. Despite having the 15th amendment, it was not until 1965 African Americans were able to vote due to the obstacles such as literacy tests and poll taxes. In 1920 and 1971 the 19th and 23rd amendments were ratified giving women and citizens 18 or older the right to vote. Even though these rights are stated in the Constitution the minorities are prevented from
