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Sit-ins
Sit ins were mainly used in restaurants or any other sit in place. It was a peacefully quiet protest. Sit-ins got very popular in civil rights times and were populated by many famous protesters. -
Philosophy of non violence
The SCLC organized non violent protest. The protesters were encouraged to not fight back when attacked. -
Dr. King
Dr king was the most influential African american protester of all time. He was influenced by Mohandas Ghandi. He won a noble peace prize aswell. -
Civil Rights Act
After Kennedy was assassinated, Johnson worked to make a civil rights act. Senators tried to stall but couldn't due to cloture. The bill was passed. -
Malcom X and Black Nationalism
Malcom X was another influential protester. There was a difference he was not non violent. Malcom X represented the Islam religion and the African American group. -
Black Power Movement
This movement represented all the things that were held against the blacks. They were treated un-equal and it was not fair. Black panthers represented police violence in ghettos.