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Which act did Muskie support that promoted racial equality?

  • Voting Rights Act

  • Fair Housing Act

  • Civil Rights Act of 1964

  • Economic Opportunity Act

Answer

The Civil Rights Act of 1964, enacted during Edmund Muskie's tenure as a U.S. Senator from Maine, stands as a pivotal piece of legislation in the pursuit of racial equality. This landmark act aimed to eliminate racial discrimination in employment, public facilities, and federally funded programs, while also addressing voter suppression, particularly in southern states.
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