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What was the significance of Plessy v. Ferguson?
Established 'separate but equal' doctrine, legalizing segregation; later overturned by Brown v. Board.
What was the significance of Brown v. Board of Education?
Overturned 'separate but equal,' declaring segregation in public schools unconstitutional based on the 14th Amendment.
What was the constitutional basis for the Brown v. Board decision?
The 14th Amendment's equal protection clause.
How do de jure and de facto segregation compare?
De jure: Legally mandated segregation | De facto: Segregation in practice, without legal basis.
What was the significance of Brown v. Board of Education?
Ruled segregation in public schools unconstitutional, overturning 'separate but equal'.
What was the significance of Plessy v. Ferguson?
Established 'separate but equal' doctrine, allowing segregation.