Nostalgia for the 1950s ignores the inequality of that era
But let’s take a beat — what was life really like during this so-called "golden age"?
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Rep. Sewell commemorates the 60th Anniversary of Bloody Tuesday in Tuscaloosa
Though lesser known, the events of Bloody Tuesday set the stage for Bloody Sunday.
June 10, 2024
Sewell to bring original foot soldiers as guests to the State of the Union
Three foot soldiers will join Rep. Sewell on Thursday as President Biden delivers his annual address.
March 7, 2024
Civil Rights foot soldier Sheyann Webb-Christburg to be honored at Selma the Musical debut
Webb-Christburg was the youngest participant in the historic Selma March.
February 23, 2024
SPLC to host Selma The Musical in Montgomery on Feb. 23
Coinciding with Black History Month, the musical’s story will take the audience back to 1965.
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Sen. Britt marks anniversary of Birmingham bombings
“Today, we solemnly mark 60 years since one of the darkest days in Alabama’s history," Britt said.
A somber anniversary: 60 years since the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing
APR spoke with former Sen. Doug Jones to get his thoughts on the 60th anniversary of the Birmingham tragedy.
Birmingham, partners to commemorate 60 years since 16th Street Baptist Church bombing
Nearly 60 years ago, a bomb tore through Birmingham’s 16th Street Baptist Church, killing four little girls and rocking the nation.
August 2, 2023
Montgomery celebrates Juneteenth weekend
Montgomery celebrated Juneteenth on Saturday commemorating the freedom of enslaved people in America.