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Colorado College: A Brief History of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

For Students 9th - 10th
A very good explanation of the problems and political machinations that happened behind the scenes in both the House of Representatives and Senate as the wording of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was developed. See how the legislation was...
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Apri: Biographical Notes, A. Philip Randolph 1889 1979

For Students 9th - 10th
An in-depth biography on A. Philip Randolph gives details about his family, childhood, and his life dedicated to the fight for civil, labor, and human rights.
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Loc: America's Story: Truman Announced a Fair Deal

For Students 3rd - 8th
Health insurance, minimum wage, and equal rights are things we take for granted. But it was not always so. These are some of the things President Truman fought for in what he called the "Fair Deal."
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Key People in Labor History: Asa Philip Randolph (1889 1979)

For Students 9th - 10th
Biographical essay on A. Philip Randolph, one of the organizers of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters. He was also very active in civil rights and the movement to end discrimination in the military and defense industries.