Lucy Morgan

American newspaper reporter

Lucy Morgan - American newspaper reporter
Born

October 11th, 1940
84 years ago

Died

2023
2 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

Links & References

Worked as a newspaper reporter specializing in investigative journalism. Contributed to the St. Petersburg Times and earned recognition for covering the civil rights movement and environmental issues. Played a significant role in highlighting social justice and policy failures through detailed reporting. Won multiple awards for journalistic excellence throughout a career spanning several decades, including the American Society of News Editors' award.

Covered the civil rights movement

Focus on environmental issues

Awarded for journalistic excellence

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