Legacy of Defiance: Lurleen and George Wallace

This chapter examines the controversial tenure of Lurleen Wallace in Alabama, focusing on her defiance of school desegregation and the personal struggle with cancer during her governorship. It also highlights the subsequent political career of George Wallace, exploring his shifts in rhetoric regarding race and integration following Lurleen's death. The narrative reflects on their complex legacies and the lasting impact of their actions on American society and political discourse.