55 years ago this week, President Johnson signed the landmark Civil Rights Act, banning discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, and national origin.pic.twitter.com/ydNONbN2OP
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As we reflect on this momentous achievement, we must recognize that while we have come a long way since 1964, the fight to end discrimination is far from over. Today, countless Americans face discrimination, not only at work or in school, but also at the ballot box.
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@HouseDemocrats are working tirelessly to protect and expand the cause of civil rights by passing monumental legislation like H.R. 4, the Voting Rights Advancement Act, which ensures that every American’s voice is heard through their vote.Show this thread -
In Congress, I promise to stand up for the rights of all Americans and work until everyone has equal protection under the law.
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