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How the Civil Rights Movement Worked

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The civil rights movement fought racism against blacks that persisted in American society. Explore the civil rights movement and its leaders and legislation.

6 Civil Rights Struggles Going on Right Now

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There are many civil rights struggles going on right now in the U.S. Here are six of them from HowStuffWorks Now.

The History of the Affordable Care Act

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The history of the Affordable Care Act is still being written, but we can fill you in on what's happened so far. Learn more about ACA history.

How Much do you Know About United States Voting Rights?

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Open elections are a linchpin of America's principles of freedoms and justice. Many citizens, though, take for granted their ability to cast fairly counted ballots. How much do you really know about American voting rights?

In Honor of Martin Luther King Jr.

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The national American holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. falls on the third Monday in January. Learn about the life and work of this legendary civil rights activist.

The 'Green Book' Was a Lifeline for Black Travelers

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Before the 1964 Civil Rights Act and even after it, the tradition of the "great American road trip" was very different for families of color.

Remembering Bayard Rustin, Civil Rights Leader and Gay Activist

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Bayard Rustin fought racism all his life as a civil rights activist, friend of Martin Luther King Jr. and organizer of the March on Washington.

How the March on Washington Worked

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The 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom ensured the passage of the Civil Rights Act. But its success was not assured at the beginning.

Kennedy-Johnson Era

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The Kennedy-Johnson era is an important aspect of modern American history. Learn more about the Kennedy-Johnson era at HowStuffWorks.

Can You Pass an 11th Grade US History Quiz?

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If you're in 11th grade or you just remember 11th-grade history, here's the perfect quiz to see how much information you've retained from class. Take it and find out!

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