James Farmer

Civil rights activist and politician

James Farmer - Civil rights activist and politician
Born

January 12th, 1920
105 years ago

Died

1999
26 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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An American activist and politician, played a significant role in the civil rights movement. Co-founded the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE) in 1942, which became an important organization in the struggle for racial equality. Participated in various campaigns for civil rights, including the Freedom Rides in 1961, which aimed to desegregate public transportation in the South. Served as a national director of CORE and advocated for nonviolent protest as a means to achieve social change. Farmer's efforts contributed to the advancement of civil rights legislation in the United States.

Co-founded the Congress of Racial Equality

Led the Freedom Rides in 1961

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