Civil Rights Act signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson to combat racial discrimination.

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President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act into law, a major victory in the fight for equality and racial justice in the USA. This law prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, and ended segregation in public places. The Civil Rights Act was a crucial step towards dismantling institutionalized racism and promoting a more inclusive society. It paved the way for further civil rights legislation and set a precedent for future efforts to address systemic inequality. This moment marked a turning point in American history, inspiring generations to continue the fight for social justice and equality. #CivilRightsAct #Equality #SocialJustice #Inclusion #EndDiscrimination
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