White But Not Equal: Mexican Americans, Jury Discrimination, and the Supreme Court

by Ignacio M. García

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Ignacio Garc a's White But Not Equal explores this historic but mostly forgotten case, which became the first to recognize discrimination against Mexican Americans. Led by three dedicated Mexican American lawyers, the case argued for recognition of Mexican Americans under the 14th Amendment as a "class apart." Despite a distinct history and culture, Mexican Americans were considered white by law during this period, yet in reality they were subjected...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0816527512

ISBN13:9780816527519

Release Date:December 2008

Publisher:Univ of Chicago Behalf of U of Arizona Press

Length:248 Pages

Weight:0.75 lbs.

Dimensions:0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Related Subjects

20th Century Civil Rights Constitutional Law Discrimination & Racism Education & Reference Hispanic American Studies Historical Study & Educational Resources History Law Legal History

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