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Why did Truman decide to issue Executive Order 9981 Below:
It is hereby declared to be the policy of the President that there shall be equality of treatment and opportunity for all persons in the armed services without regard to race, color, religion, or national origin. This policy shall be put into effect as rapidly as possible, having due regard to the time required to effectuate any necessary changes without impairing efficiency or morale.
Minorities faced continued discrimination at home after fighting for freedom in WWII.