Danielle McGuire - From Rosa Parks to the Rise of Black Power - Part 2

The transcript explores the civil rights movement through the lens of black women's experiences, focusing on pivotal cases like Betty Jean Owens in 1959 and Joanne Little in the 1970s. It highlights the role of black women in leading movements for justice and bodily autonomy, emphasizing the need to recognize their contributions and struggles against racial and sexual violence. The narrative challenges traditional civil rights stories by showcasing lesser-known heroines and the ongoing fight for freedom and rights.

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