Before the civil rights act of 1964, there had been continuous conflicts between the races of people who were living in the United States. Peoples rights were constantly violated solely based off the color of their skin. African Americans have fought for equality for an extensive period of time against desegregation and racism. In 1963, both houses of Congress finally passed the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The Civil rights act of 1964, paved the way for equality. The civil rights movement was responsible for outlawing and prohibiting segregation across the country. It also banned discrimination in the hiring processes, based on sex, religion or race, along with prohibiting discrimination in public accommodations, programs receiving federal funds
