James L. Farmer, Jr. was a prominent civil rights activist. Born on January 12, 1920, and passing away on July 9, 1999, he played a significant role in the civil rights movement. Farmer was actively involved in nonviolent protest activities and dedicated his efforts to ending racial discrimination.
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