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Civil Rights and Civil Liberties | Government & Politics: Civics for the American Experiment

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What does it take to protect the rights of all citizens—and why does it matter? In this video, explore the foundations of civil rights in the United States and how individuals and institutions work together to uphold them.

From constitutional safeguards like checks and balances and the Bill of Rights to landmark amendments and court decisions, this video unpacks how civil rights have been defined, defended, and expanded. Discover the role of civic virtues and citizen action in advancing justice, with powerful historical examples from the Civil Rights Movement and beyond.

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