The .gov means it’s official.
Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before
sharing sensitive information, make sure you’re on a federal
government site.
The site is secure.
The https:// ensures that you are connecting to
the official website and that any information you provide is
encrypted and transmitted securely.
The Jim Crow era of America is riddled with stories -- some told and many unspoken -- of violations against the civil rights and basic humanity of Black people.