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Anushka Israni
on Oct 08, 2024Verified
Between 1945 and 1952, what was one way in which black Americans gained more rights?
A) The Voting Rights Act was passed.
B) No lynchings took place during these seven years.
C) Eleven states established fair employment practices commissions.
D) The first African-American senator was elected.
E) Jackie Robinson joined the New York Giants in 1947.
Black Americans
A term referring to Americans with ancestry from black racial groups of Africa, often used interchangeably with African Americans.
Fair Employment Practices Commissions
Governmental bodies established to monitor and enforce anti-discrimination policies in the workplace, ensuring fair treatment of employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
- Assess the influence of racial politics and civil rights activism in the Truman era.
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Learning Objectives
- Assess the influence of racial politics and civil rights activism in the Truman era.