Equal Protection: Crash Course Government and Politics

The video explores the significance of the 14th Amendment, focusing on civil rights and liberties. It explains the Equal Protection Clause, the distinction between civil rights and liberties, and how the Supreme Court handles related cases. The concept of protected classes and levels of judicial scrutiny, including strict, intermediate, and rational basis scrutiny, are discussed. The landmark case Brown v. Board of Education is analyzed for its impact on civil rights. The video concludes by highlighting the evolving nature of civil rights and their societal implications.

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