04/30/2026
Today’s decision weakens one of the most important safeguards of our democracy. By narrowing the reach of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, the Court has made it far more difficult to challenge racial discrimination in our electoral system.
For decades, the Voting Rights Act has helped ensure that Black voters and other communities of color have a fair opportunity to be heard. This ruling puts that progress in jeopardy - leaving the door open for maps that dilute representation and silence communities under the cover of partisanship.
Let us be clear: fair representation is not optional in a democracy.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. has never wavered in its commitment to voting rights and civic engagement. We will not start now. We will continue to advocate for fair maps, support efforts to strengthen voting protections, and mobilize our communities to make their voices heard.
The path forward demands action, and we intend to meet this moment with clarity, purpose, and resolve.