Plessy v. Ferguson - 125 Years Later
On May 18, 1896, the Supreme Court decided the landmark case Plessy v. Ferguson, solidifying the “separate but equal” doctrine and providing legal protection to segregation laws passed by th…
520 viewsOn May 18, 1896, the Supreme Court decided the landmark case Plessy v. Ferguson, solidifying the “separate but equal” doctrine and providing legal protection to segregation laws passed by th…
520 viewsThe National Urban League released a report entitled, “The State of Black America.” Members of the league spoke on the report that examined issues affecting African Americans.
266 viewsThe committee heard testimony on elements of the American social environment that hinder black men from advancing socially and economically. Issues addressed included discrimination, crime, …
254 viewsMembers from the House Education and Labor Committee examined the administration’s policy towards minority scholarships.
148 viewsSecretary of Education Lauro Cavazos spoke at a conference sponsored by the National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education.
91 viewsThe Congressional Black Caucus held a hearing entitled Black America in Crisis.
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