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August 06, 2026

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was signed into law by President Johnson on August 6, fueling Black voter participation and the election of Blacks to public office.

President's Weekly Address - 6/2/12

POSTED: June 02, 2012, 12:00 am

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President Obama urges Congress to support his proposal to help American businesses hire military veterans to utilize their skills and help grow the economy.





Source: The White House

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