Only white christian males were allowed to vote at the time. The 13th amendment freeing all slaves was the most recent passed, but it did not give them the right to vote. It wasn't until the 14th amendment that everybody was allowed to vote, with the exception of women.
The main purpose of the 14th Amendment was to secure the rights of the former slaves. The purpose of the amendment provided a broad definition of citizenship.
greater protection of citizens against unfair government actions by states
1. Right to citizenship no matter what race you are, states cannot deny anyone in the conational and equal protect.
Giving citizenship to slaves.
The main purpose of the 14th Amendment was to secure the rights of the former slaves. The purpose of the amendment provided a broad definition of citizenship.
All African Americans became citizens as a result of the 14th Amendment.
The 14th amendment
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The correct answer is The 14th Amendment
The nickname for the 14th amendment is the "Equal Protection Amendment."
14th Amendment
Why did Congress add the 14th amendment?
The 14th Amendment
The 14th amendment to the USA was ratified in July 28, 1868
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