Two Basic Issues Have Dominated the Story of the Extension

question 85

Essay

Two basic issues have dominated the story of the extension of civil rights since the mid-1960s: the ending of legal discrimination, separation, and exclusion, and the debate over affirmative action. Discuss in some detail both of these issues.

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Definitions:

Unskilled Labor

Labor that requires no specialized skills, education, or training, and typically involves simple tasks that can be easily learned on the job.

Market Wage

The prevailing rate of pay for labor in a particular industry or occupation, determined by the supply and demand for labor in that market.

Government Intervention

Actions taken by a government to influence its economy, which can include regulations, subsidies, and tariffs.

Market Economy

An economic system where supply and demand from private enterprises and consumers dictate the production of goods and services.