Sen. Everett Dirksen explains "Civil Rights and the Legislative Process"

Sen. Everett Dirksen explains the course a piece of legislation takes from introduction until it becomes law, offering commentary on the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Dirksen focuses on the importance of clarity in writing legislation so there's no confusion as to its meaning, and why taking a deliberate course rather than rushing legislation through prevents unforeseen consequences. From the "Your Senator Reports" series in April 1964.