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Narrative:   The Civil Rights Act of 1964
 

Major Features of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

A Case History: The 1964 Civil Rights Act

Historical Pressure for Legislative Action

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Committee Consideration in House and Senate

House Debate and Passage

Bill Introduced in Senate

"Clean Bill" Substitute

Everett Dirksen's Finest Hour: June 10, 1964

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