Lesson 53 of 84 · The Constitution
⭐ 30 XP🏛️ Civic SquareThe 14th Amendment: Equal Protection
The 14th Amendment is an essential part of the Constitution that guarantees equal protection under the law for all citizens.
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Learn how the rule got made — and who it serves.
⚡ The twist
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Then & Now
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The 14th Amendment is an essential part of the Constitution that guarantees equal protection under the law for all citizens. Ratified in 1868, it ensures that everyone, regardless of race, color, or previous condition of servitude, is treated equally by the government. This amendment was a vital step in the fight for civil rights and has helped protect the rights of many people throughout American history.
Key Facts
The 14th Amendment guarantees equal protection under the law.
It was ratified in 1868.
It protects the rights of all citizens.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What does the 14th Amendment guarantee?
Why this still matters
Your school has rules. Where do they come from? Who decides them?
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