Medgar Evers Legacy Lives On | Jackson News

Today marks what would have been Medgar Evers’ 101st birthday — a true Civil Rights titan whose life was a relentless fight against injustice. Born in Mississippi in 1925, he returned from WWII to become the NAACP’s first field secretary in his home state, organizing voter registration and challenging segregation — all while facing deadly consequences. Assassinated in 1963 outside his own home, his legacy lives on through his daughter, Medgar-Everette, who calls him her hero and reminds us to honor the ideals this nation was built on. To commemorate his life, the Two Mississippi Museums are hosting special tours — a powerful call to remember, reflect, and continue the fight for equality. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/eb136a22f0b7defe