The American Civil Rights Movement was one of the most important periods in the country's history. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was one of the leading figures. One of the most important moments was the lunch counter sit-in in Alabama. Rosa Parks made another landmark point when she refused to give up her seat on the bus.
To show that violence is the key to end racism
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Civil Rights Bill
The 1957 Civil Rights Act was one of the first pieces of civil rights legislation signed in the United States under President Eisenhower. The goal of this act was to allow and ensure the voting rights of all American citizens. The passing of the 1957 Civil Rights Act put an end to the many discriminatory practices taking place during voter registration.
Joh Lewis born February 21, 1940, is a United States politician. He is best known for his role in the Civil Rights Movement. He played a key role in ending segregation, and is a member of the democratic party.
Because she played a key role in the civil rights movement and went to jail for what she believed
To show that violence is the key to end racism
The Nation of Islam believed in separation of the races. -NovaNET
The Nation of Islam believed in separation of the races. -NovaNET
The Nation of Islam believed in separation of the races. -NovaNET
The Nation of Islam believed in separation of the races. -NovaNET
It's establishment was key in setting up the civil right's movement concerning African- American rights. It's original leader, W.E.B Du Bois took the stance of no tolerance of prejudice. He was very adamant in his actions, and this translated into the inner workings of the organization itself.
Upper-middle-class professionals, for whom the civil rights and antiwar movements of the 1960s were key experiences.
Enforcement
Martin Luther King, Sr., the father of Martin Luther King, Jr., worked as a Baptist minister and a missionary, and was an early leader in the American Civil Rights Movement. Martin Luther King, Jr. worked in many different roles. He is best known for his work as a pastor, humanitarian, and key leader in the Civil Rights Movement.
Women's rights
Georgia's 5th congressional district, serving since 1987. He was a leader in the American Civil Rights Movement and chairman of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), playing a key role in the struggle to end segregation.