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Black church leaders brought religion to politics in the '60s - but it was dramatically different from today's white Christian nationalism

The 1966 Black church leaders' 'Black Power' ad called for racial equality and civil dialogue, contrasting with today's divisive approaches to power.

How the Black Panthers Shaped U.S. Schools | KQED

The 1960s were marked by significant social movements, including civil rights, women's liberation, and the rise of the Black Power movement.

Black church leaders brought religion to politics in the '60s - but it was dramatically different from today's white Christian nationalism

The 1966 Black church leaders' 'Black Power' ad called for racial equality and civil dialogue, contrasting with today's divisive approaches to power.

How the Black Panthers Shaped U.S. Schools | KQED

The 1960s were marked by significant social movements, including civil rights, women's liberation, and the rise of the Black Power movement.
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#black-history

Bill Lucy, Pioneering Labor and Civil Rights Leader, Dies at 90

Bill Lucy was a key figure in civil rights, advocating for equality and dignity for workers through the powerful slogan 'I Am a Man'.
His activism significantly influenced both the labor movement and civil rights efforts in the U.S. and abroad.

Project reveals UK sites where black Americans fought to end slavery

Historic England is showcasing the contributions of black abolitionists, particularly Frederick Douglass, by linking their legacy to historical sites in Britain.

Bill Lucy, Pioneering Labor and Civil Rights Leader, Dies at 90

Bill Lucy was a key figure in civil rights, advocating for equality and dignity for workers through the powerful slogan 'I Am a Man'.
His activism significantly influenced both the labor movement and civil rights efforts in the U.S. and abroad.

Project reveals UK sites where black Americans fought to end slavery

Historic England is showcasing the contributions of black abolitionists, particularly Frederick Douglass, by linking their legacy to historical sites in Britain.
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#history

Thelma Mothershed Wair, Little Rock Nine Student, Dies at 83

Thelma Mothershed Wair, a key figure in the Little Rock Nine, died at 83, highlighting the ongoing legacy of school integration struggles in America.

16 Lesser-Known Quotes From Influential Civil Rights Leaders

Black leaders in the civil rights movement deserve recognition and appreciation for their contributions to progress and equality.
It is important to learn about and honor the lesser-known civil rights leaders who played a significant role in shaping history.

Thelma Mothershed Wair, Little Rock Nine Student, Dies at 83

Thelma Mothershed Wair, a key figure in the Little Rock Nine, died at 83, highlighting the ongoing legacy of school integration struggles in America.

16 Lesser-Known Quotes From Influential Civil Rights Leaders

Black leaders in the civil rights movement deserve recognition and appreciation for their contributions to progress and equality.
It is important to learn about and honor the lesser-known civil rights leaders who played a significant role in shaping history.
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'Unseen Truth' shows the real picture behind 'Caucasian' ideals - Harvard Gazette

Sarah Lewis's book challenges the foundation of America's racial hierarchy through historical analysis of the 'Circassian Beauties' and their societal implications.

Julie Mehretu creates towering glass mural for Obama Presidential Center in Chicago

The Obama Presidential Center aims to honor history and inspire future change through art and architecture.

Today in History: August 28, Martin Luther King, Jr. delivers I Have a Dream speech

Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech is a pivotal moment in U.S. history for civil rights advocacy.
#oral-history

An Oral History of Second-Wave Feminism Makes Its Case With Style

The Movement provides a lively and exhilarating oral history of the women's liberation movement from 1963-1973.

Oral history project served as incubator for civil rights leaders

Chicago Theological Seminary has produced an oral history project on the city's Civil Rights Movement.
The seminary acted as an incubator for the movement's early leaders.

An Oral History of Second-Wave Feminism Makes Its Case With Style

The Movement provides a lively and exhilarating oral history of the women's liberation movement from 1963-1973.

Oral history project served as incubator for civil rights leaders

Chicago Theological Seminary has produced an oral history project on the city's Civil Rights Movement.
The seminary acted as an incubator for the movement's early leaders.
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#james-baldwin

James Baldwin at 100: Hilton Als and More Reflect on His Blistering Legacy

James Baldwin's impact on literature and activism is revisited through new exhibitions celebrating his 100th birthday.

Baldwin's Blues for Mister Charlie,' 60 Years After It Hit Broadway

James Baldwin's commitment to his artistic vision despite external pressures is a testament to his courage and integrity.

The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin audiobook review powerful essays from the civil rights frontline

The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin examines the Black experience and racial injustice in the US during the civil rights movement.

James Baldwin at 100: Hilton Als and More Reflect on His Blistering Legacy

James Baldwin's impact on literature and activism is revisited through new exhibitions celebrating his 100th birthday.

Baldwin's Blues for Mister Charlie,' 60 Years After It Hit Broadway

James Baldwin's commitment to his artistic vision despite external pressures is a testament to his courage and integrity.

The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin audiobook review powerful essays from the civil rights frontline

The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin examines the Black experience and racial injustice in the US during the civil rights movement.
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I had my white colleagues walk in a Black student's shoes for a day

Freeman Hrabowski's bold actions and commitment to Black student success in STEM have significantly increased diversity in scientific disciplines.

Clarence Thomas attacks Brown v. Education ruling amid 70th anniversary

Justice Thomas criticized the landmark Brown v. Board of Education ruling, claiming the court overstepped in ending racial segregation.
#protests

Opinion | The Columbia Protests Made the Same Mistake the Civil Rights Movement Did

Protests at Columbia University escalated, leaving Jewish students feeling under siege but not due to antisemitism.

Why the trope of the 'outside agitator' persists

The question of whether protests are led by students or outside agitators is a recurrent debate in history.

Oscar Grant's mother receives her son's cell phones 15 years after notorious police killing

Families cherish the return of loved ones' belongings for a sense of closeness.
Oscar Grant's case brought attention to police shootings and sparked protests.

Opinion | The Columbia Protests Made the Same Mistake the Civil Rights Movement Did

Protests at Columbia University escalated, leaving Jewish students feeling under siege but not due to antisemitism.

Why the trope of the 'outside agitator' persists

The question of whether protests are led by students or outside agitators is a recurrent debate in history.

Oscar Grant's mother receives her son's cell phones 15 years after notorious police killing

Families cherish the return of loved ones' belongings for a sense of closeness.
Oscar Grant's case brought attention to police shootings and sparked protests.
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#martin-luther-king-jr

Campus Protests Are Called Disruptive. So Was the Civil Rights Movement

Public officials invoke historical figures like Martin Luther King Jr. to oppose and justify the criminalization of present-day protests.

Opinion | Martin Luther King Jr. Wasn't a Lone Messiah

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a collaborative leader who built a movement.
The connection between Medgar Evers and Dr. King highlights the challenges faced by the civil rights movement.

A Blue Plaque Honouring Martin Luther King Has Been Put Up In London

London has unveiled the first blue heritage plaque honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
The plaque commemorates King's first sermon on British soil at Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church in 1961.

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day: How was it established and everything else you need to know about the holiday

Martin Luther King, Jr., advocated nonviolent resistance against racial segregation.
MLK led the Civil Rights Movement, resulting in significant legislative changes like the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act.

Campus Protests Are Called Disruptive. So Was the Civil Rights Movement

Public officials invoke historical figures like Martin Luther King Jr. to oppose and justify the criminalization of present-day protests.

Opinion | Martin Luther King Jr. Wasn't a Lone Messiah

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a collaborative leader who built a movement.
The connection between Medgar Evers and Dr. King highlights the challenges faced by the civil rights movement.

A Blue Plaque Honouring Martin Luther King Has Been Put Up In London

London has unveiled the first blue heritage plaque honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
The plaque commemorates King's first sermon on British soil at Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church in 1961.

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day: How was it established and everything else you need to know about the holiday

Martin Luther King, Jr., advocated nonviolent resistance against racial segregation.
MLK led the Civil Rights Movement, resulting in significant legislative changes like the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act.
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University of Mississippi: abhorrent' counter-protesters condemned

The protest at the University of Mississippi highlighted a clash between pro-Palestine and counter-protesters, reminiscent of past civil rights struggles.

Biden will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 19 politicians, activists, athletes and others

Clarence B. Jones to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom for Civil Rights activism.

Blow: The ghost of the 1968 antiwar movement has returned

Young protesters at the 1968 DNC were influenced by civil rights movement and national tragedies, united against the Vietnam War.

1964's Freedom Summer Offers a Model for the Voting Rights Work We Need to Do

Freedom Summer, 1964, marked a significant civil rights initiative to combat racism and secure Black voting rights despite violent opposition in Mississippi.
#jackie-robinson

Exclusive Jackie Robinson Dodgers Jacket Officially on Sale

Homage released an exclusive Jackie Robinson jacket with his quote and number 42, celebrating his legacy in MLB history.

Shaikin: Harry Edwards honors Jackie Robinson's legacy in his fight against racial inequality

Jackie Robinson's enduring impact highlighted through Harry Edwards' firsthand stories.

Exclusive Jackie Robinson Dodgers Jacket Officially on Sale

Homage released an exclusive Jackie Robinson jacket with his quote and number 42, celebrating his legacy in MLB history.

Shaikin: Harry Edwards honors Jackie Robinson's legacy in his fight against racial inequality

Jackie Robinson's enduring impact highlighted through Harry Edwards' firsthand stories.
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The long, storied history of solidarity between Black and Irish activists : Code Switch

Frederick Douglass visited Ireland in 1845 to seek support for abolition, leading to a longstanding solidarity between Black civil rights leaders and Irish republican activists.
The episode explores the historical connections and exchanges between Black civil rights leaders and Irish republican activists, highlighting the significance of Frederick Douglass' visit to Ireland.

Paul McCartney Reacts To Beyonce's "Blackbird" Cover

Beyoncé's rendition of 'Blackbird' by Paul McCartney praised for reinforcing civil rights message.
McCartney's appreciation of Beyoncé's cover highlights the importance of music in addressing racial tension.

Fractures in the Grand Alliance between Black and Jewish Americans

The Grand Alliance between Black and Jewish leaders during the civil rights movement was exemplified by the march from Selma to Montgomery in 1965.
Understanding the historical relationship between Black and Jewish leaders is essential to comprehend current political developments.

SFFA v. Harvard Ruling Trickles Down To Courtroom Oral Argument Procedure

Conservative groups using SFFA v. Harvard decision broadly
America First Legal Foundation's victory rescinding oral argument affirmative action policies

A narrative of triumph': a powerful 17-acre site in Alabama remembers enslavement

Historical amnesia challenged through art and history at Freedom Monument Sculpture Park
Remembrance of enslaved people's suffering through first-person accounts

A Black mathematical history

The documentary 'Journeys of Black Mathematicians: Forging Resilience' sheds light on the experiences and contributions of Black mathematicians.
Historical discrimination and challenges faced by Black mathematicians are highlighted in the film.

Attorney General Garland tells Alabama's Bloody Sunday service that voting rights are under attack

Voting rights are endangered in the U.S. due to recent court decisions weakening the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Current legislative measures make it harder for eligible voters, particularly Black Americans, to vote and elect representatives.
#racism

What is Martin Luther King Day?

Martin Luther King Day commemorates the life and work of Dr King and is a federal holiday in the US.
Dr King was a prominent leader in the civil rights movement and played a key role in the March on Washington in 1963.

Opinion | The Miseducation of Nikki Haley

Nikki Haley attended a segregation academy in South Carolina.
Segregation academies were established by white parents to avoid school integration and many remain overwhelmingly white today.

Opinion | The Miseducation of Nikki Haley

Nikki Haley attended a segregation academy in South Carolina.
Segregation academies were established by white parents to avoid school integration and many remain overwhelmingly white today.

Parks board blesses bathhouse renaming - Austin Monitor

Joan Means Khabele's historic act led to Barton Springs desegregation and renaming proposal.
Acknowledging and honoring the contributions of Black Austinites like Khabele is crucial for combating gentrification and erasure.

Opinion | Dancing on the Rooftops of New York in a Rediscovered Short Film

Louis Johnson faced racism in the ballet world.
Louis Johnson's work reflects the Black experience during the civil rights movement.

5 MLK speeches you should know. Spoiler: 'I Have a Dream' isn't on the list

King's greatest contribution to the Civil Rights Movement was his oratory.
King would rewrite and recycle old speeches, often making changes to phrasing and rhythm.

What is Martin Luther King Day?

Martin Luther King Day commemorates the life and work of Dr King and is a federal holiday in the US.
Dr King was a prominent leader in the civil rights movement and played a key role in the March on Washington in 1963.

Opinion | The Miseducation of Nikki Haley

Nikki Haley attended a segregation academy in South Carolina.
Segregation academies were established by white parents to avoid school integration and many remain overwhelmingly white today.

Opinion | The Miseducation of Nikki Haley

Nikki Haley attended a segregation academy in South Carolina.
Segregation academies were established by white parents to avoid school integration and many remain overwhelmingly white today.

Parks board blesses bathhouse renaming - Austin Monitor

Joan Means Khabele's historic act led to Barton Springs desegregation and renaming proposal.
Acknowledging and honoring the contributions of Black Austinites like Khabele is crucial for combating gentrification and erasure.

Opinion | Dancing on the Rooftops of New York in a Rediscovered Short Film

Louis Johnson faced racism in the ballet world.
Louis Johnson's work reflects the Black experience during the civil rights movement.

5 MLK speeches you should know. Spoiler: 'I Have a Dream' isn't on the list

King's greatest contribution to the Civil Rights Movement was his oratory.
King would rewrite and recycle old speeches, often making changes to phrasing and rhythm.
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Beto O'Rourke Backs Michigan "Uncommitted" Campaign to "Pressure" Biden on Gaza

Beto O'Rourke supports Michigan 'uncommitted' campaign in Democratic primary to pressure Biden on Gaza crisis.
O'Rourke compares 'uncommitted' campaign to historic civil rights march, advocating for Palestinian statehood.

The Black-Jewish alliance' in America: the myth of a special relationship | Jeff Melnick

The Black-Jewish alliance is not as solid as commonly believed
The relationship between African Americans and Jews in the U.S. is more aspirational than real
#bayard-rustin

Bayard Rustin Was No Hollywood Figurehead

The biopic on socialist organizer Bayard Rustin, produced by Barack and Michelle Obama, has received negative reviews from those who have seen it.
The film focuses on Rustin's role in the civil rights movement but ignores his politics and his role in post-legislative debates.

Black LGBTQ+ folks helped lead the civil rights movement. Homophobia buried their stories.

The pivotal role of Bayard Rustin in organizing the March on Washington has been overlooked for decades due to his sexuality.
The release of the Netflix biopic 'Rustin' in 2023 helped raise awareness about Rustin as a civil rights icon.

Bayard Rustin Was No Hollywood Figurehead

The biopic on socialist organizer Bayard Rustin, produced by Barack and Michelle Obama, has received negative reviews from those who have seen it.
The film focuses on Rustin's role in the civil rights movement but ignores his politics and his role in post-legislative debates.

Black LGBTQ+ folks helped lead the civil rights movement. Homophobia buried their stories.

The pivotal role of Bayard Rustin in organizing the March on Washington has been overlooked for decades due to his sexuality.
The release of the Netflix biopic 'Rustin' in 2023 helped raise awareness about Rustin as a civil rights icon.
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Gaza's social media activists are a potent force for change in the fight against racism | Kenneth Mohammed

Ordinary activists using social media to highlight the truth of suffering in Palestine.
Giants of history like Marcus Garvey, Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King, and Malcolm X inspired movements for justice and equality.

Opinion | The Miseducation of Nikki Haley

Nikki Haley attended a segregation academy in South Carolina.
Segregation academies were established by white parents to avoid school integration and many remain overwhelmingly white today.

Newsweek writer accuses Lloyd Austin critics of racism, The Guardian fears Gaza war's ... climate impact, and more

Calling for Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to resign is seen as an attack on black success.
The author criticizes the view that Israel is testing Iran and Hezbollah by retaliating against their attacks.

Rosa Parks' Day: The arrest that became a symbol for civil rights

Rosa Parks' refusal to give up her bus seat sparked the civil rights movement.
Other African Americans had also protested bus segregation before Parks.
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