LITTLE ROCK - The Arkan‐sas Secretary of State is cur‐rently hosting the Smithsonian traveling exhibition
at the Arkansas State Capitol through May 23.
When American revolutionar‐ies waged a war for indepen‐dence they took a leap of faith that sent ripple effects across generations. They embraced a radical idea of establishing a government that entrusted the power of the nation not in a monarchy, but in its citizens. That great leap sparked ques‐tions that continue to impact Americans: who has the right to vote, what are the freedoms and responsibilities of citizens, and whose voices will be heard? Voices and Votes: Democracy in America will be a springboard for discussions about those very questions and how they are reflected in local stories.
The Arts and Science Center for Southeast Arkansas in Pine Bluff will also host the exhibit later this fall from Oct. 27 through Dec. 8.
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