In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the infamous Johnson-Reed Act of 1924, a landmark piece of legislation that reshaped America's immigration system! Join them as they discuss the quota system it established, the influence of the eugenics movement into the act, and how after 100 years, we still see history repeat itself! 

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Let's Get Civical

Lizzie Stewart & Arden Walentowski

The Johnson-Reed Act of 1924 - History Repeats Itself!

DEC 11, 202436 MIN
Let's Get Civical

The Johnson-Reed Act of 1924 - History Repeats Itself!

DEC 11, 202436 MIN

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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the infamous Johnson-Reed Act of 1924, a landmark piece of legislation that reshaped America's immigration system! Join them as they discuss the quota system it established, the influence of the eugenics movement into the act, and how after 100 years, we still see history repeat itself! 


Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!

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