- The passing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in employment, public accommodations, and education.
- The establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 1970 to regulate and enforce laws aimed at protecting the environment and public health.
- The creation of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) in 2010 to protect consumers from unfair practices by financial institutions.
- The implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in 2010, which expanded access to health insurance and protected individuals with pre-existing conditions from being denied coverage.
- The enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990 to ensure equal opportunities and rights for individuals with disabilities in employment, public accommodations, transportation, and government services.
Which of the following shows how the US government has intervened to protect the rights of citizens?
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