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waynest

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Zoot suiters called themselves
 
  A) Tough guys.
  B) Americans.
  C) Mexicans.
  D) Pachucos.

Question 2

Discuss how the Civil Rights Act of 1964 attempted to eradicate discrimination.
 
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Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

Answer to Question 2

The most important legislative effort to eradicate discrimination was the Civil Rights Act of 1964 . This act led to the establishment of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which had the power to investigate complaints against employers and to recommend action to the Department of Justice. If the justice department sued and discrimination was found, then the court could order appropriate compensation. The act covered employment practices of all businesses with more than 25 employees and nearly all employment agencies and labor unions. A 1972 amendment broadened the coverage to employers with as few as 15 employees. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibited discrimination in public accommodations that is, hotels, motels, restaurants, gasoline stations, and amusement parks. Publicly owned facilities such as parks, stadiums, and swimming pools were also prohibited from discriminating. Another important provision forbade discrimination in all federally supported programs and institutions such as hospitals, colleges, and road construction projects. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was not perfect. Since 1964, several acts and amendments to the original act have been added to cover the many areas of discrimination it left untouched, such as criminal justice and housing.



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