The Rutgers Latino Studies Research Initiative is sharing news of an upcoming public event organized by the Latino Action Network and civil rights attorney Juan Cartagena.
When They Came for Our Vote: The Vargas Case 40 Years Later revisits Vargas v. Calabrese, the landmark case that challenged racial voter intimidation in Jersey City and led to important reforms protecting minority voting rights.
The discussion will reflect on the historical significance of the case and its continued relevance for voting rights, civil rights protections, and Latino political participation.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Doors Open: 6:00 PM
Location:
Location
NJCU Gothic Lounge
H202, Hepburn Hall
2039 Kennedy Blvd
Jersey City, NJ
The event will feature Juan Cartagena, a leading civil rights attorney and longtime advocate for voting rights and Latino political participation.
This conversation offers an opportunity to reflect on the legal struggles that shaped voting rights protections in New Jersey and to consider the ongoing importance of safeguarding democratic participation.