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Dred Scott a former slave relocated to a free state and he sued the federal government. The federal government said even though he was free he was not a citizen and does not have rights.
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The reconstruction era was after the civil war when the federal government made new laws and amendments specific to the slaves that were now free. Also the reconstruction of the government and the people.
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13th- Freed slaves (abolished slavery)
14th-Due process of law/Incorporation, Citizens clause,and Equal Protection Clause
15th- Can not let someone vote based of race
19th- Granted woman the right to vote
24th- The right to vote in a federal election on payment of a poll tax or other payment is abolished. -
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