Literacy tests were designed to disenfranchise African American voters. They did not disappear entirely until 1970.<BR>
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Literacy tests were designed to disenfranchise African American voters. They did not disappear entirely until 1970.<br>
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60-Second Civics: Episode 4131, Voting, Elections, and Representation, Part 12: Literacy Tests

60-Second Civics is a daily podcast that provides a quick and convenient way for listeners to learn about our nation's government, the Constitution, and our history. The podcast explores themes related to civics and government, the constitutional issues behind the headlines, and the people and ideas that formed our nation's history and government.


 60-Second Civics is produced by the Center for Civic Education. The show's content is primarily derived from the Center's education for democracy curricula, including We the People: The Citizen and the Constitution, Project Citizen, Foundations of Democracy, and Elements of Democracy.

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60-Second Civics is a daily podcast that provides a quick and convenient way for listeners to learn about our nation's government, the Constitution, and our history. The podcast explores themes related to civics and government, the constitutional issues behind the headlines, and the people and ideas that formed our nation's history and government. 60-Second Civics is produced by the Center for Civic Education. The show's content is primarily derived from the Center's education for democracy curricula, including We the People: The Citizen and the Constitution, Project Citizen, Foundations of Democracy, and Elements of Democracy.

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60-Second Civics: Episode 4131, Voting, Elections, and Representation, Part 12: Literacy Tests

60-Second Civics: Episode 4131, Voting, Elections, and Representation, Part 12: Literacy Tests