The NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) was founded in 1909 in direct response to the systemic racism and segregation imposed by Jim Crow laws in the southern United States. These laws, enacted in the late 19th century, enforced racial segregation and reinforced the notion of "separate but equal," a principle upheld by the Supreme Court in the 1896 case Plessy v. Ferguson. The decision in Plessy legitimized racial discrimination and provided a legal framework for various discriminatory practices, fueling the civil rights movement which the NAACP aimed to combat. As a response to the injustices exemplified by Jim Crow laws and Plessy v. Ferguson, the NAACP sought to promote civil rights, fight against racial inequality, and challenge discriminatory laws through litigation and advocacy. Each of these elements illustrates a broader historical process of racial oppression in America and the ongoing struggle for civil rights, highlighting a continuous cycle of discrimination and resistance.
In 5 sentences, explain how the concepts of NAACP, Jim Crow Laws, and Plessy v. Ferguson relate to each other. Is it a cause-and-effect relationship? Are they part of the same historical event or process? Do they share common characteristics or themes? Refer back to specific events, individuals, or historical, developments to support your explanation.
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