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Cooning to America

Is The Mic Still On

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The Pioneering Efforts of Elizabeth Jennings Graham

This chapter explores the life and impact of Elizabeth Jennings Graham, who famously challenged racial segregation on New York City's transit system in 1854. Her bold refusal to leave a segregated streetcar and the subsequent lawsuit she filed not only secured a legal victory but also paved the way for future civil rights actions.

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