The following paper deals with the integration and segregation of African-Americans in the 1960s in the USA. It shall familiarize the reader with the events that happened before the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the act itself and the public reactions to it. In addition, it gives an overview of the most significant demands of the African-Americans before the act of 1964, its implement and its consequences for the Civil Rights Movement. But what is a civil right? “A civil right is an enforceable right or privilege, which if interfered with by another gives rise to an action for injury. Examples of civil rights are freedom of speech, press, assembly, the right to vote, freedom from involuntary servitude, and the right to equality in public places. Discrimination occurs when the civil rights of an individual are denied or interfered with because of their membership in a particular group or class. Statutes have been enacted to prevent discrimination based on a persons race, sex, religion, age, previous condition of servitude, physical limitation, national origin and in some instances sexual preference.“
Table of Content
1. Introduction
2. The time before the Civil Rights Act of 1964
2.1 Events before the new legislation
2.2 Groups and organizations fighting for freedom
2.3 Social conditions and demands of the African-American population
3. The Civil Rights Act of 1964
3.1 What is the act about?
4. The time after the Civil Rights Act of 1964
4.1 Timeline of the most important events
4.2. Consequences
4.2.1. Malcolm X , Black Muslims and the Organization of African-American Unity
4.2.2. The Black Panther Party and The Black Power Movement
5. The End of the Civil Rights Movement
6. Works Cited
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- I. Introduction
- 2. The time before the Civil Rights Act of 1964
- 2.1 Events before the new legislation
- 2.2 Groups and organizations fighting for freedom
- 2.3 Social conditions and demands of the African-American population
- 3. The Civil Rights Act of 1964
- 3.1 What is the act about?
- 4. The time after the Civil Rights Act of 1964
- 4.1 Timeline of the most important events
- 4.2 Consequences
- 4.2.1 Malcolm X, Black Muslims and the Organization of African-American Unity
- 4.2.2 The Black Panther Party and The Black Power Movement
- 5. The End of the Civil Rights Movement
- 6. Works Cited
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper examines the integration and segregation of African-Americans in the United States during the 1960s, focusing on the events leading up to, the content of, and public reaction to the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The paper also provides an overview of the key demands of African-Americans prior to the 1964 Act, its implementation, and its impact on the Civil Rights Movement.- The historical context of racial segregation in the United States leading up to the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
- The key events, organizations, and figures that shaped the Civil Rights Movement.
- The passage and implementation of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and its impact on African-American rights.
- The evolution of the Civil Rights Movement and its various strategies for achieving equality.
- The lasting effects of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and its ongoing relevance in the fight for social justice.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter provides a brief overview of the topic, introducing the concept of civil rights and outlining the paper's main objectives. The chapter highlights the focus on African-American integration and segregation in the 1960s, specifically in relation to the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
- The time before the Civil Rights Act of 1964: This chapter delves into the historical events that led to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, outlining the social and political climate of the era. It explores the struggle for equality faced by African-Americans after World War II, highlighting significant legislation passed to address their voting rights and desegregation efforts in the military and government employment. The chapter also examines the Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka Supreme Court case, which declared "separate but equal" unconstitutional, and its impact on the movement.
- Groups and organizations fighting for freedom: This chapter focuses on the various groups and organizations established in the fight for racial equality before the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It examines their strategies, goals, and impact on the movement. It highlights key organizations such as the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE), the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), and the American Missionary Association, detailing their roles in challenging segregation and advocating for civil rights.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The paper revolves around the Civil Rights Movement and the legal and social struggle for racial equality in the United States during the 1960s. Key keywords include: Civil Rights Act of 1964, segregation, integration, African-American rights, discrimination, voting rights, desegregation, non-violent protest, Black Power Movement, CORE, NAACP, and the historical context of the 1960s. The paper explores the impact of these keywords on the lives of African-Americans and the larger American society.- Citar trabajo
- Sylvia Hadjetian (Autor), 2004, The Political Debates of the 60‘s, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/42818
