On Wednesday, the Supreme Court dealt what may be a final blow to the landmark Voting Rights Act when it struck down Louisiana’s voting map as unconstitutional.

Adam Liptak explains the legal logic of the ruling, and Nick Corasaniti talks about how the decision will reshape American democracy.

Guest:

Adam Liptak, the chief legal affairs correspondent of The New York Times and the host of The Docket, a newsletter on legal developments.
Nick Corasaniti, a New York Times reporter covering national politics, with a focus on voting and elections.

Background reading:

The Supreme Court struck down Louisiana’s voting map.
Here’s what to know about the Voting Rights Act.

Photo: Angelina Katsanis for The New York Times

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