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Reading: Gary Ford--Constance Baker Motley: One Woman’s Fight for Civil Rights and Equal Justice under Law In-Person

Constance Baker Motley, a pioneer and trailblazer in the legal professions, broke down barriers, overcame gender constraints, and operated outside the boundaries placed on black women by society and the civil rights movement. Gary L. Ford, Jr. explores the key role Motley played in the legal fight to desegregate public schools, colleges, universities, housing, transportation, parks, and other public accommodations.

Gary L. Ford, Jr. is an assistant professor of Africana Studies at Lehman College.

Date:
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
Time:
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
TreeHouse
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