Southern states enacted the black codes after the civil war to prevent African Americans from achieving political and economic autonomy
The Department of Homeland Security is a Cabinet position that was created in 2002, out of response to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.
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3. testify in court on behalf of immigrants
Special interest groups, for example, immigrants themselves, have the right, in a pluralistic society, to testify on behalf of immigrants.
4. get a Senator to introduce legislation to ensure healthcare for Hispanic children
As long as the special interest group uses arguments, and not money, it has the right to try to convince a senator to induce particular legislation.
5. meet with Congressional leaders to ask for the protection of religious minorities
This situation is similar to the one above. Special interest groups can meet with Congress people and try to convince them of certain acts or legislation, like for example, protecting religious minorities.
