sep 9, 1957 - Civil Rights Act of 1957
Description:
The Civil Rights Act of 1957 is signed into law. This bill, passed by the house 285-126 and the senate 72-18. This bill spawned the longest filibuster in history: 24 hours and 8 minutes. The bill essentially removed many borders to voting for African Americans, especially in the south.Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 9, 1957
Now
~ 68 years ago