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Bayard Rustin (/ ˈ b aɪ. ər d / BY-ərd; March 17, 1912 – August 24, 1987) was an American political activist, a prominent leader in social movements for civil rights, socialism, nonviolence, and gay rights. Rustin was the principal organizer of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom in 1963.
Rustin is a 2023 American biographical drama film directed by George C. Wolfe, from a screenplay by Julian Breece and Dustin Lance Black, and a story by Breece about the life of civil rights activist Bayard Rustin. [2] Produced by Barack and Michelle Obama 's production company Higher Ground, the film stars Colman Domingo in the title role ...
AwardDate Of CeremonyCategoryRecipient (s)February 28, 2023Next Big ThingRustinOctober 12, 2023The Sherzum AwardRustinOctober 15, 2023Audience Choice Award – Narrative Special ...RustinOctober 16, 2023DirectingBayard Rustin (1912–1987) was a key organizer of the 1963 March on Washington and a close advisor to Martin Luther King Jr. He was also a union leader, a humanitarian, and a gay rights advocate.
Apr 29, 2024 · Bayard Rustin (born March 17, 1912, West Chester, Pennsylvania, U.S.—died August 24, 1987, New York, New York) was an American civil rights activist who was an adviser to Martin Luther King, Jr., and who was the main organizer of the March on Washington in 1963. After finishing high school, Rustin held odd jobs, traveled widely, and obtained ...
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Nov 17, 2023 · Learn about Bayard Rustin, a civil rights activist who planned the 1963 March on Washington and advised Martin Luther King Jr. on nonviolent resistance. Find out his early life, philosophy, achievements, challenges and legacy.
Nov 17, 2023 · Rustin’s fellow leaders “believed that the white press, and they weren’t wrong in this, but definitely J. Edgar Hoover, was going to use the fact that Bayard was a homosexual to discredit ...
Bayard Rustin was a key figure in the civil rights movement, organizing protests and teaching nonviolence to Martin Luther King and others. He was also a conscientious objector, a former Communist, and a supporter of African independence movements.
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