civil rights movement

The Violence Leading to the Birmingham Church Bombing
Members of civil rights group march in memory of the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing victims. The banner, which says “No more Birminghams”, shows a picture of the aftermath of the bombing.

The Violence Leading to the Birmingham Church Bombing
Dominique Stewart
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The Birmingham Church Bombing anniversary is a time to reflect on the racial violence inherent at the time and how it relates today.

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How Wade-Ins Helped Desegregate the Country
White beachgoers watch Black Civil Rights demonstrator at Fort Lauderdale's segregated public beach.

How Wade-Ins Helped Desegregate the Country
Dominique Stewart
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Unequal access to public beaches and pools spurred a form of civil disobedience called wade-ins that would help desegregate the country.

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The Revolutionary Words of Angela Davis
Angela Davis smiling.

The Revolutionary Words of Angela Davis
Andrew Lee
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An activist since she was a teen and a supporter of the civil rights, anti-war, and Black Power movements, Angela Davis has been integral in the fight for social justice.

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Social Justice Social Movements & Activism
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How Plessy v. Ferguson Relates to Today’s Struggles
A Black man taking stairs to the colored entrance of movie house.

How Plessy v. Ferguson Relates to Today’s Struggles
Andrew Lee
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De facto residential segregation is increasing today, creating segregated hospitals, schools, and transportation systems—the very things permitted by Plessy v. Ferguson.

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Criminal Legal System History Politics Social Justice Supreme Court
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Reflecting on the Fair Housing Act
An aerial view of a neighborhood.

Reflecting on the Fair Housing Act
Dominique Stewart
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The Fair Housing Act broke down barriers in the housing market, but over a century of discriminatory practices continue to linger.

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The Enduring Fight to Protect Voting Rights
A colorized version of a black and white photo. A woman casts their ballot in a high school as two other people look at her.

The Enduring Fight to Protect Voting Rights
Dominique Stewart
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In the age of growing voter suppression, understanding the history of the Voting Rights Act is critical in ensuring access. 

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Malcolm X: The “Campaign of Terror” Against a Human Rights Champion
A vintage colorized photo of Human Rights activist, Malcolm X.

Malcolm X: The “Campaign of Terror” Against a Human Rights Champion
Andrew Lee
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Malcolm X was a major figure of the Civil Rights Movement who promoted Black nationalism, self-defense, and liberation before his assassination in 1965. His life, legacy, and death are still remembered more than 50 years later.

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6 Speeches and Works That Honor The Full Legacy of MLK
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Matthew Ahmann in a crowd of demonstrators at the March on Washington.

6 Speeches and Works That Honor The Full Legacy of MLK
Nicole Cardoza
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The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. has been whitewashed and gentrified. To honor him, we must remember him in his entirety and not just what’s been deemed “appropriate.”

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COINTELPRO targeted Black activists throughout history. How does it impact Black Lives Matter today?
COINTELPRO Black Activists

COINTELPRO targeted Black activists throughout history. How does it impact Black Lives Matter today?
Nicole Cardoza
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COINTELPRO, a series of covert and illegal initiatives by the FBI, and its impact on Black activism in the 1960s.

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