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Marianna Faces Tense Clash Over School Boycott and Racial Tensions
In Marianna Arkansas, white and black residents struggle as boycott actions close schools and ignite threats and arson funneling into community upheaval. Leaders like Lon Mann and Neal Jr confront a growing black protest over integration, inequality, and access to services amid a divided town.
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Mamie Nelson
Lee County
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Lee County Concerned Citizens
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Spiro T. Agnew
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Irwin Redlener
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