Existing comment:
“FIRST THE BALLOT BOX, AND NEXT THE JURY BOX. IT JUST AIN’T FAIR”
A bipartisan Senate committee introduced legislation to prevent discrimination against African Americans serving on juries during federal court trials. Despite the support of President Johnson, the bill died in the Senate in 1966, although renewed efforts led to its passage as part of the Civil Rights Act of 1968. Herblock agreed with the administration’s dedication to promoting African American participation in the judicial process and its fight against racism.
“First the Ballot Box, And Next the Jury Box. It Just Ain’t Fair,” 1966. Published in the Washington Post, February 13, 1966. |