“The legal difference between the sit-ins and the Freedom Riders was significant.”
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Constance Baker Motley
Constance Baker Motley was an outstanding American lawyer and civil rights activist. Born on September 14, 1921, and passing away on September 28, 2005, she played a significant role in the civil rights movement. Motley served as a New York State Senator and defended civil rights in several landmark cases. more
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