Tag Archives: Civil Rights Movement

The John Birch Society started the ‘Support Your Local Police’

Posted on March 21, 2015 by

The John Birch Society opposed the Civil Rights Act of 1964, claiming it violated the Tenth Amendment to the United States Constitution and overstepped individual ‘states rights’ to enact laws regarding civil rights.

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Happy Birthday Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. And Thank You.

Posted on January 19, 2015 by

Today is the official celebration of the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Google Doodle from today, and the explanation behind it. Roxbury artist creates Google Doodle for MLK Day By Linda Matchan GLOBE STAFF JANUARY 19, … Continue reading →

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Civil Rights Summit to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Civil Rights Act.

Posted on April 10, 2014 by
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Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King

Posted on January 20, 2014 by
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Photos| Let Freedom Ring| MOW50th Anniversary

Posted on August 28, 2013 by
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Friday Open Thread | 1963 March on Washington Heroes: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Posted on August 23, 2013 by

This week is the 50th Anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington for Justice and Jobs. Let’s look back at some of the heroes of the March. Today’s Hero is the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I believe most … Continue reading →

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Thursday Open Thread | 1963 March on Washington Heroes: Whitney Young & Roy Wilkins

Posted on August 22, 2013 by

This week is the 50th Anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington for Justice and Jobs. Let’s look back at some of the heroes of the March. Today’s Heroes are Whitney Young & Roy Wilkins   Whitney Moore Young Jr. … Continue reading →

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