The 15th Amendment Explained: The Constitution for Dummies Series

The video discusses the Reconstruction Amendments, focusing on the 15th Amendment, which granted African American males the right to vote. It explores the historical context, challenges in passing the amendment, and its effects, including the rise of Jim Crow laws. The video concludes with the legacy of the 15th Amendment and the eventual passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

What challenges did African Americans face in exercising their right to vote after the 15th Amendment?

How did the Supreme Court interpret the 15th Amendment in relation to voting rights?

What was the significance of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 in the context of the 15th Amendment?