The Washington Informer4d
60 Years Since Selma: Religious, Political Leaders Talk Next Steps Ahead
Civil rights leaders gather in Selma, Alabama, to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday and call for continued ...
The Spokesman-Review12d
The Road From Selma: The march for the right to vote
Selma — and all of Dallas County ... Johnson promised protection after the order was settled. This second march becomes known as “Turnaround Tuesday.” That night, members of the Klan ...
On 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday, fight for voting rights continues
Montgomery march galvanized this nation to pass the Voting Rights Act of 1965. But 60 years later, voter suppression endures.
The Vindicator14d
100 take steps to remember ‘Bloody Sunday’ march
It was learned later that before “Turnaround Tuesday,” King had met with ... As a result of the Selma-to-Montgomery March, President Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act on Aug. 6, 1965.
Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee 2025: Commemorating 60 years since “Bloody Sunday”
The historic city of Selma, Alabama, is preparing to welcome thousands of visitors for the 60th anniversary commemoration of “Bloody Sunday” and the subsequent Selma-to-Montgomery ...
Southern Poverty Law Center7d
60 years after Bloody Sunday, foot soldiers address current threats to democracy
Civil rights advocates fear that current ideological divisions and erosion of voting rights will have a dangerous impact on ...
The Demopolis Times2d
60th anniversary a huge milestone
I had the pleasure of watching and participating in the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday during the 33rd anniversary of the ...