He led the oppositon which in the end negotiated around circular table with the communist government. The unexpected result was the defeat of communist powers in the free elections.
He helped people/workers get civil rights in Poland. He also earned the Nobel Peace Prize in 1983 for founding Solidarity (the civil-rights movement.)
To give publicity to the struggle for civil rights.
civil rights and equal rights for blacks and minorities
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Civil Rights and equal rights for Blacks and Minorities!
Lech Wałęsa, as a leader of the Solidarity movement in Poland, approached the problem of civil rights by advocating for workers' rights, freedom of speech, and political reform. He emphasized peaceful resistance and dialogue with the communist government, mobilizing mass support to challenge oppressive policies. Wałęsa's efforts culminated in the 1989 Round Table negotiations, which led to semi-free elections and significant advancements in civil rights and democracy in Poland. His leadership inspired broader movements across Eastern Europe, contributing to the eventual fall of communism in the region.
To pressure the government to support civil rights
He started a labor union
The Civil Rights Act of 1957 was introduced in Eisenhower's presidency and was the act that kick-started the civil rights legislative programme that was to include the 1964 Civil Rights Act and the 1965 Voting Rights Act. Eisenhower had not been known for his support of the civil rights movement.
The strike began with demand to take back a crane operator who was dismissed from service. Walesa soon emerged as the leader of the striking worker .The workers led by Walesa signed a 21 point agreement with the government that ended their strike.
He signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
show his support for the civil rights movement.