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Title of the case: McLaurin v. Oklahoma State Regents
Abstract: George Mc Laurin was denied access to the Oklahoma University to pursue doctorate programme because he was Black American. The Oklahoma law clearly stipulated that “Blacks and Whites were prohibited from studying together”. He sued the District law courts of Oklahoma alleging that it was a gross violation of his constitutional right.
Thesis: Failure to admit a Black American (George Mc Laurin) into the University of Oklahoma is a gross violation of the United States Constitution because the decision was based on race as opposed to merit.
Introduction
- The general facts about the case involving the Oklahoma state regents and George Mc Laurin.
- Detailed description about the parties involved and their responsibilities.
- Details of the case; the plaintiff and defendant.
Finding of the court
- The restriction was based on race as opposed on merit
- The High court overturned the earlier ruling that barred George Mc Laurin from attending the University of Oklahoma
Ruling of the court
- The United States Supreme Court ruled in favor of George Mc Laurin by overturning the earlier ruling of the District court.
- In its decision, the Supreme Court stated that every American has a right to attend any public university including Oklahoma University so long as the students merits.
- Accordingly, George Mc Laurin was granted admission to Oklahoma State University
Relevance of the case to the Black American society
- It was able to ensure that Black and whites are provided with equal opportunities.
- It prevented discrimination and biasness in admitting students into the University.
Conclusion
- McLaurin v. Oklahoma State Regents case was important because it eliminated racism during admission of the Blacks.
The society was transformed, because blacks and whites could study together in universities and other learning institution.