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1967 - 25th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution Goes into Effect

On February 9, 1967, the 25th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution officially went into effect. While not exclusively a Black history event, the amendment—clarifying presidential succession and disability procedures—has had implications for all Americans, including during pivotal moments involving civil rights-era leadership transitions and national stability.

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