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Increase in homeownership among black Americans since the Fair Housing Act was signed 50 years ago. Housing advocates say progress has been slow because of the federal government's varied enforcement of the law over the years.

Increase in homeownership among black Americans since the Fair Housing Act was signed 50 years ago. Housing advocates say progress has been slow because of the federal government's varied enforcement of the law over the years.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.