Civics 101 Reconstruction: The Laws of the Land
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May 16, 2023 Gilbert Paul Carrasco, a legal history expert, Kate Masur, a historian of the Reconstruction era, and Kidada Williams, an African American history scholar, dive into the tumultuous legal landscape of Reconstruction. They discuss how laws both upheld racial hierarchies and fueled the Black freedom struggle. The trio explores landmark cases like Dred Scott, the promises and challenges of Reconstruction Amendments, and the ongoing fight for voting rights. This insightful conversation sheds light on the complex relationship between legislation and civil rights during a pivotal time in American history.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Reconstruction and the Legal Foundations of Slavery
01:44 • 8min
Slavery, Legislation, and the Struggle for Rights
09:33 • 11min
Exploring Reconstruction Laws and Activism
20:21 • 4min
The Reconstruction Amendments: Promise and Challenge
23:55 • 18min
The Struggle for Black Voting Rights Post-Reconstruction
42:12 • 9min
The Struggle for Freedom: Reflections on Reconstruction
51:06 • 6min