It also destroyed the idea of state's rights as they should be.
Jim Crow did just as much to destroy state's rights. Jim Crow proved that state's rights could be harmful to US citizens.
My God. I can't believe you posted this. I have been in an email war with a guy over this very issue. I've been called everything from racist to stupid for suggesting these very ideas. Bless YOU and the Mr. Williams (one of my favorites) for this post! I'll be forwarding the link stright away!
It is quite evident to me that all men are created equal. Are you suggesting that the States have the right to suppress the civil rights of some "men" but not others?
States' Rights are nice in theory. But then some State comes along and legalizes medical marijuana or assisted suicide, and we can clearly see the folly in the idea.
Great article! BTTT