Watch the movie 1964 and read the chapter on Civil Rights.
Explain the goals of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and the Civil Rights Act of 1968. Have these goals been realized? Why or why not? It is important to look at the state of voting rights today in the aftermath of the Supreme Court decision, Shelby County v. Holder . Certain current state policies have limited voting rights. Can you think of any examples?
Be specific and give examples. Use the movie as one of your sources.
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