Methods for Gaining Civil Rights

These flashcards cover key movements and their associated goals and methods for gaining civil rights as outlined in the lecture notes.

What were the main goals of the Asian-American Movement?

Establishment of Asian studies programs, community-based programs to revitalize urban ghettos, and a united Asian community with those oppressed in the Third World.

What methods did the Black Panthers use to achieve their goals?

Organized for Self-Defense, published a newspaper, openly carried weapons, established community-based programs like free breakfast, and monitored police actions.

What was one goal of the Chicano Youth Movement?

To bring attention to the disadvantaged position of Mexican Americans and to promote justice and equality for them.

What were the main goals of the Disabled Rights Movement?

Equality, inclusion, independence for the disabled, access to education, jobs, and public services.

What was the significance of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990?

It mandated that public accommodations must be accessible, prohibited discrimination based on disability, and required employers to provide reasonable accommodations.

What were the goals of the Gay Liberation Movement?

To achieve equal rights for gays and lesbians and societal acceptance of homosexuality.

What methods did the Native-American Movement use to push for change?

They adopted methods of the civil rights movement, such as protests and demonstrations, and carried out armed occupations of federal buildings.

What were the goals of the United Farm Workers?

Better living and working conditions for farm workers, greater economic power, and political power.

How did White Civil Rights Activists support the Civil Rights Movement?

They participated in demonstrations, sit-ins, and registered voters during campaigns like 'Freedom Summer'.

What was the aim of the Women's Movement?

Full equality for women including opportunities in education and employment and ending sex discrimination.

What was the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)?

An amendment aimed at ensuring equal rights regardless of sex, first introduced in 1923 and reintroduced in 1971 but ultimately failed to pass by the 198