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Same Struggle, Different Day: Protestors Gather on Edmund Pettus Bridge

As redistricting battles spread across the South, crowds gathered at the Edmund Pettus Bridge, a powerful symbol of the fight for Black political power.
05/18/2026

Civil Rights Activist Amelia Boynton Robinson Dies at 104

The Selma marcher died early Wednesday in Montgomery, Ala.
08/26/2015

NAACP Begins 'Journey to Justice' March From Selma to Washington, D.C.

More than 200 supporters have joined the civil rights group.
08/03/2015

Rep. John Lewis Recounts Selma Experience

Congressman continues speech online in tweets, photos.
03/07/2015
Remembering Selma at 50 - Thousands will gather to honor the hard work of the courageous individuals who organized and walked from Selma to Montgomery for its 50th anniversary this weekend. BET.com looks back at the freedom fighters who played a role in the movement that led to the passing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. — Natelege Whaley (Photos from left: Patrick A. Burns/New York Times Co./Getty Images, Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images, Riccardo S. Savi/Getty Images for U.S. Postal Service)

Freedom Fighters: Activists Behind the Selma Marches

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Sheyann Webb and Martin Luther King

The Smallest Freedom Fighter Recalls Bloody Sunday

Sheyann Webb shares memories of Dr. Martin Luther King.
03/06/2015

Selma to Screen for Free in Alabama

Ava DuVernay brings film to the city where it all began.
01/02/2015

Rep. John Lewis: Ferguson Grand Jury Decision Could Ignite Nationwide Protests

Congressman says people react to miscarriages of justice.
11/18/2014
Selma-to-Montgomery March

50th Anniversary of March to Tackle Today's Issues

Activists will address current voting laws, redistricting.
10/16/2014

Activists Honor the Anniversary of 'Bloody Sunday'

Thousands march on the 49th anniversary of Bloody Sunday.
03/10/2014
Teacher Student: “Santa Is White”

Bring That Week Back: Teacher Tells Black Student "Santa Is White"

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