How Interracial Marriage Bans Ended | Loving v. Virginia

The video covers the story of Mildred and Richard Loving, an interracial couple who married in 1958, defying Virginia's laws against interracial marriage. After being arrested, they moved to Washington, D.C., and with the help of the ACLU, challenged the law. Their case reached the Supreme Court, which ruled in their favor in 1967, declaring such bans unconstitutional. This landmark decision not only increased interracial marriages but also paved the way for future civil rights advancements, including same-sex marriage.

What role did the ACLU play in the Lovings' legal battle?

What was the significance of the 14th Amendment in the Lovings' case?

What was the public's reaction to the Lovings' case and how did it affect their lives?