Sixty years ago, LBJ signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964 into law. Today, the activism continues: https://lnkd.in/g2X7wa6s Over a five-year span between 1865 and 1870, following the end of the Civil War, three constitutional amendments were ratified to end slavery (the 13th), make formerly enslaved people U.S. citizens (the 14th) and give all men the right to vote regardless of “race, color, or previous condition of servitude” (the 15th). In the decades that followed, however, and despite provision that “the Congress shall have power to enforce this article by appropriate legislation,” various states and municipalities passed “Jim Crow” laws, abused poll taxes and literacy tests to limit voting and condoned racially motivated violence to enforce segregation and disenfranchise African Americans. Featured CU expert: Ashleigh Lawrence-Sanders, a University of Colorado Boulder assistant professor of African American and U.S. history
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The Niagara Movement was an African American civil rights organization founded in 1905 by a group led by W. E. B. Du Bois and William Monroe Trotter. It was named for the “mighty current” of change the group wanted to effect and Niagara Falls, near Fort Erie, Ontario, was where the first meeting took place on July 11-14, 1905. The Niagara Movement was a call for opposition to racial segregation and disenfranchisement, and it was opposed to policies of accommodation and conciliation promoted by African-American leaders such as Booker T. Washington. During the Reconstruction Era that followed the American Civil War, African Americans had an unprecedented level of civil freedom and civic participation, especially in the South. With the end of Reconstruction, this began to change. Many of the Southern states introduced laws that significantly restricted the political and civil rights of African Americans. All of them passed laws restricting voting rights or making them more difficult to exercise, and passed laws requiring racially segregated facilities. These policies became entrenched when the SCOTUS in 1896 ruled in Plessy v. Ferguson that the law requiring “separate but equal” facilities was constitutional. By the turn of the 20th century activists within the African-American community began demanding a more active opposition to racist government policies than the type advocated by DC. Groups of activists sought to gain a larger voice in the debate at the conventions of the National Afro-American Council but were procedurally marginalized because the conventions were dominated by Washington supporters. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence
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On this Juneteenth, proud to opine with Aklima Khondoker on the promise and the future of our multiracial democracy and the impact of the Supreme Court. “The conversation about the Court's role in Black liberation must extend beyond the judiciary itself. It requires a holistic approach that includes legislative and policy reforms, educational initiatives, democracy and economic policies aimed at dismantling the structural barriers that perpetuate racial inequities.” Checkout our op-ed. Thanks Common Dreams. https://lnkd.in/eJ2RyYUN
Juneteenth Was Not Freely Given—It Was Won | Common Dreams
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"Over at his website, Trump lays out the details of his governing agenda, complete with short videos promoting each of the steps he plans to take. They, and his many statements about future plans, include:" by Thom Hartmann 1. Criminalizing homosexuality; 2. Destroying academic freedom and gutting our public schools; 2. Gutting the EPA, OSHA, CPSB, IRS, the Labor Department, and other federal agencies that protect average Americans; 4. Destroying the media and the truth; 5. Turning America into a vigilante police state; Corrupting the federal government; 6. Making the nation’s police into his private enforcers; 7. Building 'Freedom Cities'; 8. Ending democracy across Europe and the world.
Agenda 47: Trump's & the GOP's Dystopian Nightmare Plan for America Revealed
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Great way to close out the day of plenary sessions with an insightful and thought-provoking session exploring Latinos and the future of voting and civil rights, including how political illiteracy, misinformation, and voter suppression impact minority participation at the ballot box. A huge thank you to Domingo Garcia, National President of LULAC, Gaby Pacheco, President and CEO TheDream.US, Thomas A. Saenz, President and General Counsel of MALDEF - Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Alphonso David, President & CEO of the Global Black Economic Forum, and Max Sevillia, Senior Vice President of National Affairs Anti-Defamation League, for the in-depth discussion on the challenges and opportunities facing Latino voters in 2024. "Voting rights and civil rights are el corazón de LULAC," stated LULAC National President Domingo Garcia. "We’re looking to break down all the silos and barriers that exist in reaching financial success for black and brown communities, added Alphonso David. "It is important for us to understand and harness our political power." As we prepare for this year’s election, these insights will be critical in supporting efforts that ensure that every Latino has the information and access required to participate fully in our democracy. #VotingRights #CivilRights #Democracy2024 #LatinoVoices #LULAC24
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Understanding felony disenfranchisement and its impact on African Americans is crucial, especially in the context of Juneteenth. ✅ Learn how past injustices still affect voting rights today. Discover how disenfranchisement perpetuates systemic inequality. Understand the ongoing battle to ensure every voice is heard. Juneteenth, a symbol of liberation, reminds us of the continuing struggle for true freedom and civil rights. Read the full article at https://lnkd.in/e4uk5F4Q.
From Slavery to Silence: Felony Disenfranchisement’s Impact on African Americans | Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee
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The ACLU campaign "Systemic Equality: Equal Access, Better Futures" uses nationwide litigation, advocacy, and public education to advance laws and policies rooted in racial equity. They feature various topics including fair housing, voting rights, economic justice, and more. This is a great resource to learn about the effects of systemic policies and the opportunities they block. https://lnkd.in/evET-37U.
Systemic Equality: Equal Access, Better Futures | American Civil Liberties Union
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Juneteenth is an extremely important holiday for all Americans. As a Central Florida native, I find the story of Moses Norman and the massacre of 30-80 black Ocoee residents on November 2, 1920, as providing crucial local context to the ongoing struggle for equal rights. This tragic event, sparked by Norman’s attempt to exercise his right to vote, is one of many episodes in the long and deadly fight for civil rights faced by black Americans since the Thirteenth Amendment was passed in 1865, shortly after the Civil War. Juneteenth marks a key turning point, but more importantly, it highlights that the struggle for equal rights did not end with the Thirteenth Amendment, the Civil Rights Act of 1957, or the Voting Rights Act of 1965. As recently as 2021, nineteen states have enacted voting access restrictions that disproportionately affect people of color. The fight for equality continues today, and Juneteenth serves as a stark reminder that there are still battles ahead to be fought and won.
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Simply; the Cowardness of Action(s). Even then the Constitution was then and still today not up holden to the Races of the +\-15%ers'. Equality will come when those without representation, we have token representation today, collectively built for themselves the #Infrastructure(s) to secure their own Constitutionality's and support that; which heretofore has yet to be established yet again and then sustained for generations. Will You Stand In the Gap?. Vote your position in All local voting opportunities with one thing on your agenda; the sustained growth & infrastructure of a Nation within the **US without a Tribal Domain. They are NOT called Native; rather Indigenous.
What became known as Bloody Sunday occurred #OnThisDay in 1965 in Selma, Alabama. The march was named for the 600 marchers who were attacked while crossing Edmund Pettus bridge. Law enforcement officers attacked unarmed marchers with Billy clubs and sprayed tear gas. Activist Amelia Boynton Robinson was brutally beaten by Alabama state troopers during the march. This photo drew national attention to the cause of civil rights and captured the brutality of the African American voting rights struggle. Robinson was a leading organizer of the march, working directly with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC). Robinson had a history of activism, co-founding the Dallas County Voters League in 1933, and held African American voter registration drives in Selma from the 1930s-1950s. Later that year, the Voting Rights Act passed, a landmark federal achievement of the 1960s Civil Rights Movement. More: http://s.si.edu/2FvhwZQ #APeoplesJourney #ANationsStory #WomensHistoryMonth 📸 Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, © 1965 Spider Martin
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🇺🇸 Embracing Civic Duty: Exercising the Right to Vote 🗳️ As an American citizen, I take great pride in our nation's rich history and the principles upon which it was founded. One of the fundamental rights bestowed upon us is the right to vote – a cornerstone of our democracy and a privilege that should never be taken for granted. Every time I step into the voting booth, I am reminded of the countless individuals who fought tirelessly for the freedoms we enjoy today. From suffragists who paved the way for women's suffrage to civil rights activists who championed equality for all, their sacrifices serve as a poignant reminder of the importance of civic engagement. By casting my ballot, I am not only honoring their legacy but also fulfilling my civic duty as a responsible citizen. It's a powerful expression of democracy in action – a voice for change, progress, and the values that define us as a nation. As we approach each election, I am reminded of the profound impact that every vote can have on shaping the future of our country. Whether it's at the local, state, or national level, each election offers us the opportunity to make our voices heard and to stand up for the issues that matter most to us. So let us embrace our role as active participants in the democratic process, and let us never forget the privilege and responsibility that comes with being an American citizen. Together, we can continue to uphold the ideals of freedom, justice, and equality that make our nation great. #ProudAmerican #VotingMatters #CivicDuty 🇺🇸🗳️
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The Civil Rights Act of 1964: 60 Years Later - 2024 State of Black American: Executive Summary PDF: https://lnkd.in/gpCZm-Dg || Full Report Online: https://lnkd.in/g8xmkgnA Since its first appearance in 1976 under the stewardship of the late Mr. Vernon E. Jordan Jr., the organization’s fifth president, the State of Black America® remains one of the most highly-anticipated benchmarks and sources for thought leadership around racial equality in America. In the 48th edition of the report, we’ve decided to reflect on a landmark piece of legislation that transformed everyday life in America and gave us a reason to create this report: the Civil Rights Act of 1964. For Black America, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was the first time that the United States government addressed the racial caste system that had been protected for centuries by unjust laws and systemic brutality of nonwhite people in this country. The law, in many ways, answered the calls for jobs and freedom in the March on Washington by banning discrimination in the workplace, in our housing system, and programs funded by the government, and marked the death of the Jim Crow South. Sixty years later, the fight for equality is far from over. #civilrights #property #propertyrights #land #tenants #landlords #constitutionallaw #constitutionalrights #discrimination #racism #housing #mortgagemarket
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