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Black Americans more concerned about civil rights
Tens of thousands civil rights’ supporters gathered on the National Mall to celebrate the 50th Anniversary. UPI/Kevin Dietsch
[UPI]
U.S. black Americans say more civil rights laws are needed to reduce discrimination against blacks in the wake of George Zimmerman‘s acquittal, a poll found.
In an August poll, Gallup found 61 percent of black respondents said there is a need for more civil rights laws, up from 53 percent before Zimmerman was acquitted July 13 of murder in Florida in the death of Trayvon Martin, 17.
A majority of black respondents — 63 percent — also said they think the government should have a “major role” in improving the social and economic position of blacks and other minority groups in the United States.
