The correct statement is "Executive Order 8802 ended discrimination in the defense industry." This order, issued by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1941, prohibited racial discrimination in the national defense industry and established the Fair Employment Practices Committee to enforce it. It was a significant step towards improving civil rights for Black Americans in the workforce, particularly during World War II.
Which statement describes the effect of Executive Order 8802 on Black Americans’ civil rights?(1 point)
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Executive Order 8802 made discrimination and segregation illegal.
Executive Order 8802 made discrimination and segregation illegal. - incorrect
Executive Order 8802 ended discrimination in the defense industry.
Executive Order 8802 ended discrimination in the defense industry. - no response given
Executive Order 8802 ended segregation within public transportation.
Executive Order 8802 ended segregation within public transportation. - no response given
Executive Order 8802 established the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
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