VIP's of the Civil Rights movement

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VIP's of the Civil Rights movement

Lulu Belle Madison White

She quit her teaching post to contribute to the NAACP, and one of her biggest fights was against the infamous Jim Crow Laws.

James A. Baker

He was the secretary of state from 1989 - 1992, and was the chief of staff in both Reagan and Bush administrations.

Lyndon B. Johnson

Signed civil rights bills, made it known he opposed segregation

Barbara Jordan

She is known for her open stance against the court case of Richard Nixon, and was the first african american women in the southern states to serve in congress.

Oveta Culp Hobby

Was the first secretary of the U.S. department of health, education, and welfare, and was the first directer of the Women's Army Corps.

James Farmer

Formed CORE, and used opportunities like freedom rides to end segregation peacefully.

Raul A. Gonzales Jr.

He was a judge in Texas, and was officially one of the first hispanics appointed to statewide office.

Raymond L. Telles

He was appointed the first Hispanic American to be appointed governor in El Paso, and he was an ambassador and chairman.

Hector Garcia

Was the one that founded the G.I. forum that stood for hispanic rights, and organized that veterans should fight for several civil rights...

Bill Clements

Made first republican governor since reconstruction in 1978 and decided to make the move towards conservatism.