Tag: NAACP Legal Defense Fund
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Discover how Patrick Braxton made history as Newbern, Alabama’s first Black mayor despite fierce opposition and discriminatory practices. His ongoing legal battle seeks to uphold democracy and voting rights.
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The remarkable journey of Constance Baker Motley, the first Black woman to argue a case before the Supreme Court and serve as a federal judge. From her pivotal role in landmark civil rights cases like Brown v. Board…
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