One Person, No Vote: How Voter Suppression Is Destroying Our Democracy

Dive into the heart of American democracy with Carol Anderson's compelling nonfiction work, "One Person, No Vote: How Voter Suppression Is Destroying Our Democracy." Published on September 11, 2018, this book has garnered critical acclaim, being longlisted for the National Book Award and named a finalist for the PEN/John Kenneth Galbraith Award. Building on her groundbreaking book "White Rage," Anderson meticulously details the disturbing trend of voter suppression following the 2013 Supreme Court’s Shelby ruling, which significantly weakened the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Through precise analysis, Anderson illuminates how tactics like stringent ID laws and gerrymandering are eroding the rights of African American voters, supported by vivid narratives of those who fight tirelessly against these injustices. This essential read is especially pertinent for college students and educators exploring themes of racial justice and voting rights, stimulating deep reflection on the resilience of democracy and the ongoing struggle for equitable voter representation. Anderson’s work not only educates but also inspires action towards restoring the fundamental right to vote.