Plessy Vs Ferguson Flashcards
1
Q
How did the case begin?
A
Homer Plessy is denied a seat in a first-class train in Louisana
But Plessy thinks it’s right since he bought a ticket and is 1/8 black
2
Q
Homer Plessy is sued under the?
A
Under the Civil Rights Act of 1875
3
Q
Plessy lost because they believe?
A
Separate is equal
Majority opinion is he is too dark to ride the white train
4
Q
Where did the Plessy Vs Ferguson case lead to?
A
The Supreme Court
