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This timeline shows select events related to voting rights in the United States. Based on the timeline and your knowledge of U.S. history, which statement describes the impact of the Civil Rights Movement on U.S. society? (1 point) Responses It increased the political participation of minorities. It increased the political participation of minorities. It limited the political participation of business owners. It limited the political participation of business owners. It decreased the political participation of wealthy individuals It decreased the political participation of wealthy individuals It improved the political participation of immigrants.
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The most accurate statement that describes the impact of the Civil Rights Movement on U.S. society is: **It increased the political participation of minorities.**
The Civil Rights Movement played a crucial role in advocating for equal rights and challenging discriminatory practices, particularly in voting. Legislation such as the Voting Rights Act of 1965 aimed to eliminate barriers that had historically disenfranchised African Americans and other minority groups, leading to a significant increase in their political participation.
The Civil Rights Movement played a crucial role in advocating for equal rights and challenging discriminatory practices, particularly in voting. Legislation such as the Voting Rights Act of 1965 aimed to eliminate barriers that had historically disenfranchised African Americans and other minority groups, leading to a significant increase in their political participation.