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What was the primary reason given by the court for ruling against segregation in schools?
What was the primary reason given by the court for ruling against segregation in schools?
- It was not a common practice in the North.
- It caused a sense of inferiority in African American students. (correct)
- It violated the 14th amendment.
- It disrupted the educational system.
What was the court's directive regarding the implementation of the desegregation decision?
What was the court's directive regarding the implementation of the desegregation decision?
- It should only apply to certain areas.
- It must be carried out with 'all deliberate speed'. (correct)
- It should be done gradually.
- It can be postponed for future generations.
What is the difference between de jure segregation and de facto segregation?
What is the difference between de jure segregation and de facto segregation?
- De jure refers to legal segregation, while de facto arises from social practices. (correct)
- De jure is found in the North, and de facto is found in the South.
- De facto segregation is enforced by law, while de jure is not.
- Both terms describe the same phenomenon.
What ruling did Swann v. Charlotte-Mecklenburg (1971) establish regarding school integration?
What ruling did Swann v. Charlotte-Mecklenburg (1971) establish regarding school integration?
Which amendment was referenced in relation to the equal treatment of citizens?
Which amendment was referenced in relation to the equal treatment of citizens?
What methods were mentioned as remedies for past discrimination in schools?
What methods were mentioned as remedies for past discrimination in schools?
What was a significant challenge in applying segregation laws in Northern schools?
What was a significant challenge in applying segregation laws in Northern schools?
What was the nature of the Brown v. Board of Education case?
What was the nature of the Brown v. Board of Education case?
What was one of the reasons for implementing quotas in schools?
What was one of the reasons for implementing quotas in schools?
What was the main purpose of busing students?
What was the main purpose of busing students?
What was a key aspect of the Supreme Court's stance on school district lines?
What was a key aspect of the Supreme Court's stance on school district lines?
What does 'white flight' refer to in the context of neighborhoods?
What does 'white flight' refer to in the context of neighborhoods?
What was a controversial decision regarding busing made in a 1992 ruling?
What was a controversial decision regarding busing made in a 1992 ruling?
What approach was primarily used by civil rights activists to influence political agendas?
What approach was primarily used by civil rights activists to influence political agendas?
What does Affirmative Action in hiring aim to address?
What does Affirmative Action in hiring aim to address?
What was a common concern regarding the laws of Affirmative Action?
What was a common concern regarding the laws of Affirmative Action?
Flashcards
School Desegregation
School Desegregation
The process of ending the separation of schools by race.
Busing
Busing
Moving students to schools outside their neighborhood to balance racial demographics.
White Flight
White Flight
White people moving out of a neighborhood, often leading to demographic changes.
De Jure Segregation
De Jure Segregation
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De Facto Segregation
De Facto Segregation
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Affirmative Action
Affirmative Action
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Equality of Opportunity
Equality of Opportunity
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Civil Rights Movement Tactics
Civil Rights Movement Tactics
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Brown v. Board of Education
Brown v. Board of Education
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Class action lawsuit
Class action lawsuit
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"All deliberate speed"
"All deliberate speed"
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Intent to discriminate
Intent to discriminate
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Swann v Charlotte-Mecklenburg
Swann v Charlotte-Mecklenburg
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Remedies for past discrimination
Remedies for past discrimination
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Study Notes
Brown v. Board of Education Implementation
- Brown v. Board of Education was a class-action lawsuit, impacting all similarly situated African American children nationwide.
- The court mandated desegregation with "all deliberate speed," effectively immediately.
- National guard enforcement was used.
Rationale for the Court's Decision
- The court determined segregation harmed African American students, creating a sense of inferiority.
- Social science evidence was crucial, as the 14th Amendment's wording wasn't explicitly against segregation.
- A unanimous 9-0 decision was reached.
De Jure vs. De Facto Segregation
- De jure segregation (South): segregation by law.
- De facto segregation (North): segregation existing in practice due to housing patterns and demographics.
Swann v. Charlotte-Mecklenburg (1971)
- Intent to discriminate is necessary to violate the constitution.
- Single-race schools due to demographics (not law) are harder to address.
- One-race schools create a presumption of intent to discriminate, which can be overcome by proving external factors like changing neighbourhoods.
Remedies for Past Discrimination
- Quotas, busing, and district redrawing were used to address past discrimination.
- These remedies primarily applied to areas with past discriminatory intent.
White Flight
- White flight (white people moving away) can create single-race schools due to changing demographics.
Integrated Schools
- Integrated schools are often found in integrated neighbourhoods with high-quality schools.
Busing Controversy
- Busing remained a contentious issue.
- Presidents Nixon, Ford, and Reagan opposed busing.
- A 1992 decision allowed ending busing where segregation stemmed solely from housing patterns (de facto).
Civil Rights Campaign in Congress
- Civil rights issues were brought to the forefront by mobilization efforts, dramatic events (sit-ins, freedom rides).
- Violent demonstrations and riots negatively impacted coalition-building efforts in Congress.
Affirmative Action Debate
- Affirmative action considers race and gender in hiring, promotion, and university admissions.
- Some favor colorblind and gender-neutral policies to prevent reverse discrimination, emphasizing equality of opportunity.
Court's Divided Opinion on Affirmative Action
- The court's stance on affirmative action is complex and often divided, particularly due to judicial appointments.
- The Bakke Case (1978) significantly impacted affirmative action policies.
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Explore the landmark Supreme Court case, Brown v. Board of Education, which mandated desegregation in schools across America. Understand the court's rationale, the implications of de jure vs. de facto segregation, and the subsequent case of Swann v. Charlotte-Mecklenburg. This quiz provides a comprehensive review of key concepts and decisions that transformed civil rights in education.
