Title VII at 50: The Landmark Law has Significantly Impacted Relationships in the Workplace and Society, but Title VII has not Reached its True Potential

Authors

Cynthia Elaine Tompkins

Document Type

Symposium

Abstract

(Excerpt)

This Article’s historical chronicle provides a valuable backdrop for an examination of Title VII. Part II analyzes Title VII’s impact on race relations in the workplace and society. While progress has been made in the effort to provide equal opportunities for all workplace employees, Title VII legislation has not eliminated employment discrimination. As Title VII marches toward its sixtieth anniversary, this Article’s final section, Part III, reviews unconscious bias and other current challenges preventing Title VII from reaching its true potential.