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The Office of Civil Rights at the DOJ plays a crucial role in enforcing federal civil rights laws, which have evolved from the civil rights movement. This division is responsible for ensuring compliance with laws that safeguard citizens against discrimination in areas including police practices, veterans' rights, housing, employment, education, and voting. As Dylan described, it wields immense power in either uplifting or oppressing American citizens, depending on how its resources are directed.