Tag: civil rights champion
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UT Law honors Virgil C. Lott, its first Black graduate, who became Austin’s first Black judge and a champion for civil rights, with a special medal presentation.
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Henry Marsh III, Richmond’s first Black mayor and civil rights champion, leaves a legacy of courage and transformation. Learn about his groundbreaking achievements and enduring impact.
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