Congress passed the 15th Amendment primarily to ensure that African American men had the legal right to vote following the Civil War and the abolition of slavery. This was part of a broader effort during Reconstruction to promote civil rights and integrate formerly enslaved individuals into American political life. The amendment aimed to protect against racial discrimination in voting, reflecting a commitment to equality and the newly established rights of freed slaves.
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