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"Memories of the Movement" - Part Three





Dorothy Tillman Harry Belafonte
Dorothy Tillman Harry Belafonte
   
Andrew Young Elizabeth Eckford
Andrew Young Elizabeth Eckford
   
Jefferson Thomas Dick Gregory
Jefferson Thomas Dick Gregory

Dorothy Tillman: Former student organizer recalls the climate that led her to join the movement. Robert Graetz: One of the few white Christian ministers tied to the movement recalls his friendship with Rosa Parks. Harry Belafonte: Legendary actor and close confidante to Dr. King recalls his friend's sense of humor amid the turmoil. Andrew Young: Former ambassador and King associate recalls meeting with President Johnson in the days before the signing of the Civil Rights Act of 1968. Elizabeth Eckford and Jefferson Thomas: As youngsters, they helped integrate Little Rock's Central High School as part of the famous "Little Rock Nine". Dick Gregory: Legendary comedian says the courage of the men and women who were active in the movement is no laughing matter.

 

 

 

 

 

…All that this week on The Tavis Smiley Show.

 

   



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