Commemorating 60 Years of the Voting Rights Act

Recorded live at the California Secretary of State’s office, this special episode marks the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Panelists reflect on its national legacy and California’s leadership in expanding ballot access for underserved communities—while underscoring the ongoing need for vigilance, reform, and civic empowerment. Featuring panelists: California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D.; Willie Brown, former Mayor of San Francisco and Speaker of the California State Assembly; Melba Pattillo Beals, journalist and educator; Adam Cain, Inside Programs Associate, Initiate Justice; and Lexie Tesch, Outreach Coordinator for the League of Women Voters. Moderated by Guy Marzorati, KQED correspondent.