Black Panther Party 1966-82
Key points
Effects
Key Points
- Advocated for Self Defence against Police brutality and systemic racism
- Carried weaponry with them to protect against police and FBI onslaught
- due to this there were many FBI undercover within the movement
- Violent protest
Effects
- helped provide essential services like free meals, healthcare and education
- Shootouts led to many political prisoners
-Promoted black pride and beauty (Afro)
Fair housing Act 1968
Key Points
Effects
Key Points
- Made it illegal to refuse sale or rent of property based on race, colour, religion
- Aimed to end residential segregation
Effects
- Led to better housing equality and living standards for AA
- also led to better access to schools, healthcare