The Fight Against Fear: Freedom Rides to James Meredith
"Explore the history of the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE) and its pivotal role in the civil rights movement, from the iconic Freedom Rides to the leadership of James Farmer, Jr. Learn about CORE's nonviolent direct action and its impact in challenging segregation. Discover how CORE transitioned its focus to black voter registration and community advocacy post-1966. Dive into the stories of courage and perseverance that shaped a movement against fear."
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The fight against fear from the Freedom Rides to James Meredith
Congress of Racial Equality CORE In 1961, CORE gained national recognition by sponsoring the Freedom Rides, a series of confrontational bus rides throughout the South by interracial groups of CORE members and supporters that ultimately succeeding in ending segregation on interstate bus routes. Founded in 1942 By Texan James Farmer Begins in Chicago area After 1966, CORE concentrated more on black voter registration in the South and on community problems. Nonviolent Direct Action
One of the "Big Four" shaping the civil-rights struggle in the US in the 1950's and 60's James Farmer, Jr.
