Discriminatory Methods

Definition

Discriminatory methods refer to practices or actions that unfairly treat individuals or groups based on characteristics such as race, gender, religion, or ethnicity. In the context of voting rights, discriminatory methods aimed to prevent specific groups, like African Americans, from exercising their right to vote.

Related terms

Segregation: Segregation refers to the enforced separation of different racial groups in various aspects of life.

Jim Crow Laws: Jim Crow laws were state and local laws that enforced racial segregation and discrimination in the United States until the mid-20th century.

Equal Protection Clause: The Equal Protection Clause is part of the Fourteenth Amendment that guarantees equal protection under the law for all citizens. It has been used to fight against discriminatory practices in voting and other areas.