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Defying Tyranny: The Challenges of the Civil Rights Movement

Explore the defiance of court orders, resistance to civil rights rulings, and the necessity of physical resistance in the face of tyranny. Follow the intertwined strategies of legal and direct action through the struggles and sacrifices faced by Medgar Evers and his wife, revealing the harrowing events leading up to Evers' tragic assassination. Delve into the impact of economic warfare on the civil rights movement and the ongoing challenges in Jackson and Tennessee to undermine black governance and control of resources.

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