jan 1, 1964 - Civil Rights Act of 1964
Description:
The act outlaws discrimination in voting and public accommodations, it also requires fair employment practices. It creates the Equal Opportunity Commission to monitor discrimination in public and private sectors. The Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party (MFDP) is organized. Mississippi Freedom Summer Project launches voter registration. Sixty eight delegates are selected to the Democratic National Convention.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1964
Now
~ 61 years ago