1963 - Freedom Riders

Written By Michele Amar

The Workmen’s Circle honors James Farmer, co-founder of Congress of Racial Equity (CORE) and organizer of the Freedom Rides, then in prison in Louisiana for leading a voter registration campaign.

Michele Amar
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