Voting Rights in the United States

Constitution is Ratified

Mar 5, 1789

Only white male property owners were allowed to vote.

Religious Qualifications Dropped

Mar 5, 1810

Don't have to practice a certain religion to be a voter.

Property Requirements Dropped

Mar 5, 1850

All adult white males could vote regardless of property ownership.

15th Amendment

Mar 5, 1867

Former slaves have the right to vote.

19th Amendment

Mar 5, 1920

Wemons rights.
Wemon have the right to vote.

23rd Amendment

Mar 5, 1961

District of Colombia voters allows participation in presidential elections.

24th Amendment

Mar 5, 1964

Can't be taxed for voting.

Voting Rights Act of 1965

Mar 5, 1965

Eliminates voting barriers for minorities.

26th Amendment

Mar 5, 1971

Have to be 18 years old to vote.