Uploaded November 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Do you believe voting is a fundamental right?

Historian Lisa Tetrault reminds us that while many assume differently, “voting is considered a privilege and not a right” in the United States.

Drop a 🗳️ in the comments if you plan on showing up at the polls November 5!

This clip is part of A Democracy Minute, where we offer 1-minute videos to spark discussions on the importance of exercising democracy. Share to make sure every voice is heard this November: vote.gov. Teachers, explore our free learning resources at LifeStories.org

This interview is featured in our HBO documentary The Soul of America. You can watch our full conversation with Tetrault on our YouTube channel: @lifestoriesdotorg.

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