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What was the purpose of the Mississippi Sovereignty Commission?
The Sovereignty Commission was created in 1956 to “protect the sovereignty of the state of Mississippi and her sister states” from federal interference. In practice, it worked to preserve segregation, said the AP.
What role did the Sovereignty Commission play in the civil rights movement?
For seventeen years, from 1956 to 1973, the commission spied on civil rights workers, acted as a clearinghouse for information on civil rights activities and legislation from around the nation, funneled money to pro-segregation causes, and distributed right-wing propaganda.
Who financed the civil rights movement?
The Ford Foundation grant funding data from the late 1960s shows a preference for supporting established organizations working in the fields of education and the law. The recipients of the largest grants were the National Urban League and the NAACP.
What can the NAACP do for me?
We work to disrupt inequality, dismantle racism, and accelerate change in key areas including criminal justice, health care, education, climate, and the economy. When it comes to civil rights and social justice, we have the unique ability to secure more wins than anyone else.
Who ended the Civil Rights Movement?
Most U.S. history textbooks teach a narrative that the Civil Rights Movement began with the Supreme Court Brown v. Board decision in 1954 and abruptly ended in 1965 with the passage of federal legislation.
What is the G Line in Denver?
The G Line, also known as the Gold Line during construction, is a Regional Transportation District (RTD) electric commuter rail line between Denver Union Station and Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Long scheduled to open in October 2016, the opening was delayed until mid-2019.
Where does the G line start and end?
The G Line’s southern terminus is at Union Station in Denver. It runs on a railroad right-of-way north sharing track with the B Line until Pecos Junction station after which the two routes diverge. The G Line continues west to its terminus in Wheat Ridge.
How many stations are there on the G line?
The G Line has eight stations total, including Union Station. Seven of these stations are Park-n-Rides that will add a total of 2,230 parking spots. Parking fees may apply.