The Civil Rights Act of 1964: an end to racial segregation

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was proposed by President John F Kennedy in 1963 and passed by his successor, Lyndon B Johnson, the following year. Part of "Milestones in American History" series, this work looks at this law prohibiting discrimination in public facilities, government, and emp...

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Main Author: Hasday, Judy L. 1957- (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: New York Chelsea House c2007
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Summary:The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was proposed by President John F Kennedy in 1963 and passed by his successor, Lyndon B Johnson, the following year. Part of "Milestones in American History" series, this work looks at this law prohibiting discrimination in public facilities, government, and employment based on race, color, religion, or national origin
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references (p. 117-118) and index
"We the people" -- Using the court of law -- Getting America's attention -- The movement gains momentum -- Desegregation's first test -- "Is this the land of the free, except for Negroes?" -- Moving toward equality -- How far have we come?
Physical Description:1 online resource (129 p.) ill

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