The 24th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1964, was a victory for civil rights because it:
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Correct answer: Abolished the use of poll taxes in federal elections
Poll taxes were used by Southern states to prevent poor African Americans from voting. The 24th Amendment removed this financial barrier, facilitating broader democratic participation.
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