We Started It All

What happened on November 18, 2003

making this an auspicious date for civil rights?

Bonus (or clue, as the case may be): As of the weekend of November 22–23, in how many states are these rights now recognized? Add your answer to the comments selection below. First response wins a copy of “Acts of Faith”, Eboo Patel’s inspiring account of coming to believe in religious pluralism from his experience growing up Muslim in America, and his ambition to harness the power and passion of young people in service of Interfaith Youth Core. Subsequent responses will receive a different prize.