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Some paid the ultimate price to enact voting rights. Their survivors see America turning backward
By Gary Fields, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 27, 2026
· 9 min read
Holiday gatherings and major life events have come with an empty seat. Certain dates on the calendar meant time at a cemetery, standing before granite stones. They are a relatively small group of people, scattered across different states, but they share a common bond that stretches back decades: ...
Key takeaway We were always proud of that, and now it’s gone,” said Anthony Liuzzo, whose mother, Viola Liuzzo, died on an Alabama highway between Selma and Montgomery while driving marchers in 1965.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The rollback of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 has significant implications for Harris County, where Piney Point Village is located. As one of the most ethnically diverse counties in the country, Harris County has a large minority population that relies on the protections afforded by the Voting Rights Act. The elimination of majority-Black congressional districts in other states raises concerns about similar efforts in Texas, where Republican-led state legislatures have been accused of gerrymandering and voter suppression. The experiences of Anthony Liuzzo and Lisa McNair, who lost loved ones in the struggle for civil rights, serve as a reminder of the sacrifices made to achieve voting equality. Their stories underscore the need for continued vigilance in protecting voting rights in Harris County, where local elections can have a significant impact on the lives of residents. The fight for voting rights is far from over in Piney Point Village and surrounding communities.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 9 min
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