Roger Nash Baldwin

American trade union leader, ACLU co-founder

Roger Nash Baldwin - American trade union leader, ACLU co-founder
Born

1884
141 years ago

Died

August 26th, 1981
44 years ago — 97 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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A prominent trade union leader and civil liberties advocate, contributed significantly to the protection of individual rights in the United States. Co-founded the American Civil Liberties Union in 1920, instrumental in shaping its direction and policies. Actively engaged in various social justice causes throughout his life, focusing on free speech, racial equality, and the protection of minority rights. Served as the ACLU's director for several decades, influencing numerous landmark cases and legislative reforms.

Co-founded the American Civil Liberties Union

Served as director of ACLU for decades

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