Civil Rights Act and Language

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Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 bars employers from discriminating against employees or prospective employees based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Enforcement of Title VII has transformed the American labor force into a diverse group that mirrors the multicultural society at large, though not without controversy.

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"Introduction
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 bars employers from discriminating against employees or prospective employees based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Enforcement of Title VII has transformed the American labor force into a diverse group that mirrors the multicultural society at large, though not without controversy. One such debate concerns employers who require their employees to speak only English in the workplace. Do such rules violate Title VII's prohibition against discrimination based on national origin? This paper will explore that issue by analyzing the relevant statutes, agency decisions, and major court opinions.


Title VII
When Congress passed the landmark Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII?the first piece..."

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