Rep. Loretta Sanchez Commemorates 50th Anniversary of Civil Rights Act

Statement

Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez (CA-46) today commemorated the 50th anniversary of the landmark Civil Rights Act banning discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or national origin, which President Lyndon Johnson signed on July 2, 1964.

"50 years ago today President Lyndon Johnson signed one of the most of significant laws of our time: the Civil Rights Act. Today we honor those who fought against incredible adversity to make this law a reality; today we stand by all seekers of justice who continue to speak up and act against discrimination in all forms.

"In the wake of last year's Supreme Court ruling rolling back key portions of the Voting Rights Act, we are reminded that the struggle for equality is not over. I call upon Members on both sides of the aisle to continue the bipartisan tradition of supporting civil rights and pass a renewed, revised, and strengthened Voting Rights Amendment Act to help America better live up to our creed that all people are created equal."

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