The Civil Rights Act of 1964
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 is one of the most significant pieces of legislation in American history, aimed at ending #segregation and discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Passed during the height of the #civilrightsmovement , it was a pivotal moment in the struggle for #equality and #justice for all Americans. The Act consists of eleven titles that address various forms of discrimination. Notably, it outlawed #discrimination in public places, made #employment discrimination illegal, and ended #segregation in public schools. It also created the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to enforce these laws. President Lyndon B. Johnson, who played a key role in ensuring its passage, signed it into law on July 2, 1964. This legislation marked a turning point, legally dismantling the #JimCrow laws that had perpetuated inequality, particularly in the South. Though not a panacea for all social inequalities, it laid the foundation for further civil rights advancements and changes in the #American societal fabric. #history #americanhistory #civilrights
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