The Jim Crow era in the United States refers to the period of racial segregation and disenfranchisement of African Americans, primarily in the South, enforced through laws and customs. It lasted from the late 19th century, following Reconstruction (1877), to the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. Key milestones marking the era include: This period is marked by systemic discrimination, […]

A congress is a formal meeting or assembly of representatives or delegates, often organized to discuss issues, make decisions, or pass legislation. The term can refer to different contexts: The term derives from the Latin word “congressus,” meaning “a meeting” or “coming together.”