What It Means
Gave Washington, D.C. three electoral votes.
Historical Context
D.C. residents had been unable to vote for president despite paying federal taxes.
Original Text
“The District constituting the seat of Government... shall appoint... electors of President and Vice President...”
- Amendment Number
- 23 of 27
- Ratified
- 1961
- Category
- Modern
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Presidential Term Limits
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Abolition of Poll Taxes
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Voting Age Lowered to 18
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Congressional Pay