POLS 1101 Flashcard 4 pt 1

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the rules that the government must follow in regard to the treatment of individuals, especially concerning participation in political and social life

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civil rights

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the provision of the 14th Amendment guaranteeing citizens "the equal protection of the laws." This clause has been the basis for the civil rights of Black Americans, women, and other groups

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equal protection clause

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the legal principle that public accommodations could be segregated by race and still be equal

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"separate but equal" rule

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racial segregation that is a direct result of law or official policy

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de jure segregation

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racial segregations that is not a direct result of law or governmental policy but a reflection of residential patterns, income distributions, or other social factors

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de facto segregation

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a policy or program designed to correct historical injustices committed against specific groups by making special efforts to provide members of these groups with access to educational and employment opportunities

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affirmative action

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14th Amendment
Options: dual citizenship, privileges and immunities clause, due process clause, equal protection clause

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dual citizenship, privileges and immunities clause, due process clause, equal protection clause

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if you are born in U.S. or naturalized you are a U.S. citizen and a citizen in the state you reside (born = birthright citizenship)

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dual citizenship

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The Courts used the ______ __________ ________ to apply the Bill of Rights to the states.

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due process clause

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life, liberty (Bill of Rights), property

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due process clause