Explain the meaning of segregation as used in the sentence: “While the 1960s saw the legal end of segregation, it took several more decades, however, for the United States to fully integrate its society.”

the separation or isolation of a race, class, or ethnic group by enforced or voluntary residence in a restricted area

*actual dictionary definition of segregation, also applies to this situation

roosevelt believed that in light of the country's recent military successes, it was unnecessary to use force to achieve foreign policy goals, so long as the military could threaten force. this belief, and his strategy of “speaking softly and carrying a big stick,” shaped much of roosevelt's foreign policy.