Report Of The National Advisory Commission On Civil Disorders (Kerner Commission Report)

Report of the National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders (Kerner Commission Report)

by National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders

The Kerner Commission Report, officially titled 'Report of the National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders', is a landmark document that examines the causes and consequences of the 1967 race riots in the United States. It was commissioned by President Lyndon B. Johnson following a wave of violent unrest in major cities like Newark and Detroit. The report delves into the complex interplay of social, economic, and political factors contributing to the unrest. The report focuses on the deep-seated racial tensions, systemic discrimination, and economic inequality that fueled the violence. The Kerner Commission's findings served as a stark warning about the growing divide between Black and white Americans, emphasizing the urgent need for social and economic reforms to address the underlying issues.

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