U.S Civil Rights Progress

Definition

U.S civil rights progress refers to the ongoing efforts to secure equality, justice, and fair treatment for all individuals within the United States through various social movements, legislation, and court cases.

Related terms

Brown v. Board of Education: Brown v. Board of Education was a landmark Supreme Court case that declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional.

Voting Rights Act of 1965: The Voting Rights Act of 1965 aimed to overcome legal barriers preventing African Americans from exercising their right to vote.

Civil Rights Act of 1964: The Civil Rights Act of 1964 outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in public places and employment.