Question

The passing of federal civil rights legislation in 1964 and 1965 did not mark the end of the civil rights struggle in Georgia. Many cities, including Atlanta, experienced wide-scale race riots. Which statement BEST explains why people were rioting?

Answer 1

to protest poverty, unemployment, and poor housing

Answer 2

Answer:

to protest poverty, unemployment, and poor housing

Explanation:

The civil rights legislation barely addressed problems faced in many of the poorer black areas. Poverty, poor housing, unemployment, and police brutality were serious problems. During the summer of 1965, riots erupted across the state, especially in Atlanta.