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Lesson 7 of 84 ยท Rights and Responsibilities

The Right to Vote: A Hard-Won Freedom

Voting rights have expanded throughout history: to all races (15th Amendment), women (19th Amendment), and 18-year-olds (26th Amendment).

Key Facts

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People have fought to expand rights.

2

Courts balance conflicting rights.

3

The Bill of Rights protects freedoms.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What tool puts events in order?

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