Episode 2: Bayard Rustin
An episode of the Forgotten Fighters podcast, hosted by Shifra Dayak, Merliss George, Annice Ufoh, Liliana Valdez-Lane, titled "Episode 2: Bayard Rustin" was published on March 1, 2021 and runs 10 minutes.
March 1, 2021 ·10m · Forgotten Fighters
Summary
Bayard Rustin wasn't just a civil rights activist. Standing up for pacifism through his Quaker faith, engaging with Communist groups, and celebrating his identity as a gay black man, he was one of the intersectional advocates of the 20th century. His story has come to light in recent years. Learn more in the second episode of "Forgotten Fighters," a podcast on the lesser-known heroes of the American Civil Rights Movement.
Episode Description
Bayard Rustin wasn't just a civil rights activist. Standing up for pacifism through his Quaker faith, engaging with Communist groups, and celebrating his identity as a gay black man, he was one of the intersectional advocates of the 20th century. His story has come to light in recent years. Learn more in the second episode of "Forgotten Fighters," a podcast on the lesser-known heroes of the American Civil Rights Movement.
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