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The 13th Amendment Ratified
- The 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified, officially abolishing slavery in the United States.
- This event was significant as it marked the legal end of slavery in the U.S., a crucial step towards civil rights for African Americans. It helped the movement for civil rights.
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Wyoming Grants Women the Right to Vote
- Wyoming becomes the first territory to grant women the right to vote.
- This event was a significant milestone in the women's suffrage movement, setting a precedent for other states to follow suit. It helped the movement for gender equality.
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Plessy v. Ferguson
- In Plessy v. Ferguson, the Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of racial segregation under the "separate but equal" doctrine.
- Plessy v. Ferguson was a setback for the civil rights movement as it reinforced segregationist policies and legalized discrimination. It hurt the movement for civil rights.
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The 19th Amendment Ratified
- The 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution is ratified, granting women the right to vote.
- This event marked a significant victory for the women's suffrage movement, ensuring that women's voices were heard in the democratic process. It helped the movement for gender equality.
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Brown v. Board of Education
- In Brown v. Board of Education, the Supreme Court ruled that segregation in public schools was unconstitutional, overturning the precedent set by Plessy v. Ferguson.
- Brown v. Board of Education was a landmark victory for the civil rights movement, striking down the legal basis for segregation and paving the way for desegregation efforts. It helped the movement for civil rights.
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Equal Pay Act of 1963
- The Equal Pay Act of 1963 is signed into law, prohibiting wage discrimination based on sex.
- This legislation aimed to address gender-based pay disparities and promote equal pay for equal work, advancing the cause of gender equality in the workforce. It helped the movement for gender equality.
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Civil Rights Act of 1964
- The Civil Rights Act of 1964 is signed into law, prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
- This landmark legislation marked a significant step forward in the fight against discrimination and segregation, providing legal protection for civil rights. It helped the movement for civil rights.
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Voting Rights Act of 1965
- The Voting Rights Act of 1965 is signed into law, aimed at overcoming legal barriers at the state and local levels that prevented African Americans from exercising their right to vote.
- This legislation was crucial in combating racial discrimination in voting practices and ensuring equal access to the ballot box for all citizens. It helped the movement for civil rights.
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Signed
- The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is signed into law, prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life.
- The ADA was a landmark piece of legislation that significantly enhanced the rights of individuals with disabilities, ensuring equal access and opportunities. It helped the movement for disability rights.
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Obergefell v. Hodges
- In Obergefell v. Hodges, the Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage nationwide, recognizing marriage equality as a fundamental right.
- This landmark decision marked a major victory for the LGBTQ+ rights movement, affirming the right to marry regardless of sexual orientation and promoting equality under the law. It helped the movement for LGBTQ+ rights.
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Works Cited
- National Archives and Records Administration, National Archives and Records Administration, www.archives.gov/milestone-documents/plessy-v-ferguson. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
- “Voting Rights Act of 1965 - Definition, Summary & Significance.” History.Com, A&E Television Networks, www.history.com/topics/black-history/voting-rights-act. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
- “{{meta.Pagetitle}}.” {{meta.siteName}}, www.oyez.org/cases/2014/14-556. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.