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John F. Kennedy: Civil Rights Address

( 1963 ) Commentary by Martin Halpern, Henderson State University

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caste system rigid hereditary separation of social groups
deplore condemn
equity law the application of principles of fairness in the absence of rules
ghettoes sections of cities where groups that are discriminated against reside
harassment persecution
oppression subjugation
public accommodation facilities serving the public
redress correct
remedy fix
scriptures sacred religious texts

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