March on Washington: 60 Years Later, Civil Rights Fight Continues

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March on Washington: 60 Years Later, Civil Rights Fight Continues
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Thousands of people gathered at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., for the March on Washington, commemorating the 60th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" speech. Civil rights leaders and activists called for the protection of voting rights, police reforms, and the advancement of civil rights legislation. They highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by marginalized communities, including attempts to ban books about race, erasure of Black history, and dismantling of voting rights. The march emphasized the need for continued activism and unity to achieve equality and justice.

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