Defending Democracy: The 14th Amendment and Voting Rights Act Forum

July 11, 2026
1:00pm - 3:00pm

In-Person

Essex County Area
Address will be sent upon RSVP

14th amendment

Join Congresswoman Analilia Mejia alongside community leaders, legal experts, and concerned citizens for a timely forum honoring the 14th Amendment's ratification anniversary. This discussion will examine the Amendment's role in equal protection and due process, current threats to these rights, and efforts to protect voting rights and democratic participation on the importance of protecting the constitutional principles that underpin American democracy.

This forum aims to foster informed dialogue, civic understanding, and a shared commitment to preserving the principles of democracy and equal justice.

Panel: The Voting Rights Act, Understanding the Impact of the Second Founding
Moderator: Congresswoman Analilia Mejia
Panelists:

  • DaWuan Norwood, ACLU-NJ
  • Nuzhat Chowdhury, NJ Institute for Social Justice
  • Erik Cruz Morales, LWV of New Jersey