The 14th Amendment was ratified in 1868 and was intended to grant full and equal rights to newly emancipated slaves, according to Justice Clarence Thomas.

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The 14th Amendment was ratified in 1868.

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CS MonitorCenter · Jul 22, 6:01 PM

Justice Clarence Thomas wrote that the 14th Amendment was intended to grant full and equal rights to newly emancipated slaves.

Cites: Justice Clarence Thomas · Details: 14th Amendment; emancipated slaves; dissent