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“In talking about the [Emmett Till murder trial], you have to repeat the atmosphere. This is Mississippi in 1955, with a long history of intimidation of witnesses and fear on the part of blacks to testify, in racial situations in particular. For someone like Mose Wright and others to testify against white defendants in a situation like this was historic.”

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Charles Diggs was an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Michigan's 15th congressional district. Born on December 2, 1922, and passing away on August 24, 1998, Diggs was a prominent advocate for civil rights and played a significant role in the Civil Rights Movement. more

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