Civil Rights Anniversaries Commemorated Across Nation

The 60th anniversary of Freedom Summer, a pivotal event in the civil rights movement, is being commemorated across the U.S. Activists and community members are celebrating the legacy of this transformative period marked by efforts to register Black voters in Mississippi. The Neshoba County Fair, known for its political speeches and cultural significance, continues to be a hub for politicians and community members in Mississippi. In honor of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which outlawed racial discrimination, experts reflect on its impact and the ongoing fight against discrimination in America. Events like the symposium hosted by the National Civil Rights Museum serve to remember the sacrifices and contributions of activists from the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee during Freedom Summer.