Former Tennessee Attorney General Paul G. Summers writes this regular column to contribute to the civics education of American citizens.

The 24th Amendment abolished poll taxes and other taxes in federal elections. It was ratified by the states on January 23, 1964. The United States Supreme Court later expanded the reach of the ...

This included the 24th Amendment, which outlawed the use of poll taxes, and the 1965 Voting Rights Act, which prohibited any racial discrimination in voting. Women’s turn.

This included the 24th Amendment, which outlawed the use of poll taxes, and the 1965 Voting Rights Act, which prohibited any racial discrimination in voting. Women’s turn.

Editor's note: This is a regular feature on issues related to the Constitution and civics education written by Paul G. Summers, retired judge and state attorney general. The 24th Amendment ...