Political and Civil Rights. In a 2-3 page (5-6 paragraph) essay, compare and contrast the Political and Civil Rights in the 1920s. Political and Civil Rights in the 1920s of the group you selected in week one of this course with that of another of the groups examined in this course as of 1924 (please make sure to review the lesson and section 7.3 of your text for updates from 1920-1924). In your essay compare and contrast:
The constitutional nature of political rights (or the lack of these rights) for these groups. For this component of your essay, reflect on the U.S. ConstitutionLinks to an external site. as originally written, pertinent constitutional amendments (e.g. 13th, 14th, 15th, and 19th amendmentsLinks to an external site.), as well as federal laws and court decisions discussed in the Lessons and the course text.The process that these groups used in their fight for political rights and the challenges that they faced. Examine how these groups faced challenges with regard to civil rightsLinks to an external site. in this period. Examine specifically the relationship between social pressures, such as discrimination, and political rights for each of these groups.
Political and Civil Rights. Make sure that you have an introduction with a thesis statementLinks to an external site., 3-4 body paragraphs that compare and contrast the experience of both groups and where they stood with regard to political and social acceptance in 1924, and then a conclusion which sums your argument and your main points. View the Basic Essay StructureLinks to an external site. and Compare & Contrast AssignmentsLinks to an external site. resources from the UAGC writing center for guidance. You will be required to use at least four sources for this assignment: Your textbook, two sources from the selected sources below (one for the group you have previously selected, and one for the new group you are comparing. At least one additional scholarly source from the library. Use APA referencing style.