Bayard Rustin: The Man Behind the March on Washington (2021)
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Mobilizing for Change: The March on Washington
This chapter explores the challenging organizing efforts that led to the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom in 1963, highlighting the reliance on traditional outreach methods due to the absence of social media. It sheds light on logistical preparations, the importance of nonviolence, and the tensions surrounding the representation of women within the movement. Additionally, the narrative reflects on the collective efforts that began with the Montgomery bus boycott, marking a pivotal moment in the fight against segregation.
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