disfranchise in a sentence

v. t.

Definition

To disfranchise means to deprive someone of the right to vote or participate in political processes.

The new voting laws were criticized for their potential to disfranchise marginalized communities.
Many activists worked tirelessly to ensure that no group would be unfairly disfranchised in the upcoming election.
The court's decision to uphold the ID requirement was seen by many as an attempt to disfranchise voters.
Efforts to disfranchise specific demographics can undermine the very foundation of democracy.
It is essential for citizens to remain vigilant against policies that aim to disfranchise anyone based on their background.