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Robinson, Donald Allen – Signs: Journal of Women in Culture and Society, 1979
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 represented the hopes of two modern movements for social change: the civil rights movement and the feminist movement. This paper discusses the enactment of Title VII and the ensuing struggle over its implementation during its first decade of existence. (Author/EB)
Descriptors: Blacks, Civil Rights, Civil Rights Legislation, Equal Opportunities (Jobs)
Loiacono, Stephanie – Crisis, 1989
Although Black female leaders were influential in creating the modern women's movement, feminism has evolved differently for both Black and White women. Suggests that, although Black women have struggled largely against racial and economic inequalities, women of all colors and backgrounds should embrace their diversity and unite to oppose racism…
Descriptors: Activism, Affirmative Action, Blacks, Civil Rights

Gelfand, M. David – Update on Law-Related Education, 1995
Asserts that the United States has a long, sad history of discrimination against minority rights. Discusses the origins and history of minority inclusion or affirmative action programs. Includes a special report on the "English Only" movement. (CFR)
Descriptors: Affirmative Action, Bilingual Education, Cultural Differences, Cultural Pluralism