The State of Voting Rights

Future Forum | Mar, 10 2026 6:30PM - 8:30PM

The State of Voting Rights

2026 marks America's semi-quincentennial, and the LBJ Future Forum is marking the occasion by reflecting on the state of democracy after 250 years. Perhaps no piece of legislation reflects our political moment as much as the Voting Rights Act, landmark legislation signed by President Johnson that has been transformed by the courts and the current administration. This event will be an exploration of the state of the Voting Rights Act and voting rights overall in America in 2026.

6:00-6:30 p.m.  Arrivals
6:30-7:30 p.m.  Program
7:30-8:30 p.m.  Reception and opportunity for continued conversation   

Speakers:

  • Jamelle Bouie, Opinion columnist, The New York Times
  • Skye Perryman, President and CEO, Democracy Forward
  • Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez, Co-founder and partner, Ascend Strategy Labs
  • Moderator: Eleanor Klibanoff, Law and politics reporter, The Texas Tribune

Location and Parking

The conversation will be hosted in the 10th floor Atrium of the LBJ Presidential Library. Free parking will be available at the LBJ Library visitors’ lot located at 2313 Red River Street. 

Registration

Advance registration is requested. Please register below:

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Email: futureforum@lbjfoundation.org

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