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Assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. – April 4, 1968

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Assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. – April 4, 1968

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Dr. King was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee, while supporting striking sanitation workers. His death sparked national riots and mourning, deeply impacting the movement.

"A man who won’t die for something is not fit to live." – Martin Luther King Jr.

His death marked a turning point, pushing activists to continue his legacy while also sparking frustration and a shift toward more militant strategies for justice.

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 The Rise of the Black Panther Party – Late 1960s to Early 1970s

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 The Rise of the Black Panther Party – Late 1960s to Early 1970s

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Originally founded in 1966, the Black Panthers gained momentum in the 1970s, focusing on self-defense, community aid, and challenging police brutality.

The Panthers challenged the notion of nonviolence and expanded civil rights discourse to include economic justice, healthcare, and education for Black communities.

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Affirmative Action & Regents of the University of California v. Bakke – 1978

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Affirmative Action & Regents of the University of California v. Bakke – 1978

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This Supreme Court case ruled that while racial quotas were unconstitutional, race could still be considered in college admissions to promote diversity.

“Diversity is a compelling state interest.” – Supreme Court ruling

The ruling shaped debates on how to address systemic inequality, marking a shift from protest to policy in civil rights efforts.

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Jesse Jackson’s Presidential Campaigns – 1984 & 1988

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Jesse Jackson’s Presidential Campaigns – 1984 & 1988

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Reverend Jesse Jackson ran for the Democratic nomination, becoming the first Black candidate to be a serious contender for president.

Jackson’s campaigns inspired a new generation of Black political leaders and highlighted the power of coalition-building across racial and economic lines.

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Rodney King Beating & L.A. Riots – 1991–1992

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Rodney King Beating & L.A. Riots – 1991–1992

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After four LAPD officers were acquitted in the brutal beating of Rodney King, riots erupted in Los Angeles, revealing deep frustrations with police brutality and racial injustice.

“Can we all get along?” – Rodney King, 1992

This event brought national attention to systemic racism in law enforcement, echoing demands of earlier civil rights activists for accountability.