Voter suppression poses a substantial threat to fair electoral outcomes. Tactics such as strict ID laws, reduced polling places, and misinformation can disproportionately affect marginalized communities, skewing the demographics of who votes. When fewer individuals from diverse backgrounds participate, the elected representatives may not reflect the entire electorate's views and needs. This can further entrench systemic biases and limit policy responses to broader social issues. Ultimately, weakening voter participation can diminish the legitimacy of the electoral process and result in governance that fails to account for the majority's interests.