The 26th Amendment to the United States Constitution was adopted on July 1, 1971. It amended the Constitution to add another group of voters to the voting pool. This amendment was the result of a long and sustained effort by advocates who argued that people who were old enough to fight and die in the Vietnam War should also be allowed to vote. The amendment was ratified in record time, with the necessary three-fourths of the states ratifying it within just four months. It has had a significant impact on the political landscape of the United States, as millions of people have gained the right to vote as a result of this amendment. The 26th Amendment is an important milestone in the ongoing struggle to expand and protect the right to vote for all citizens.
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