It involves what occurred in many instances 25. 50. and 75 years ago. The intent test does not take into consideration the progress that has been made in race relations. It fails to take into account the elimination of poll taxes. literacy tests. property requirements. as well as other devices designed to prevent minorities from registering and voting. The intent test would not involve an evaluation of good faith efforts made to encourage all citizens to register and to participate in the political process. The intent test would not involve an evaluation of the sincerity of communities to get out the vote which many civic clubs and other organizations in communities have practiced now for the past two decades in many parts of the South.
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