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Abernathy Leads Poor to Congress in Peace Campaign
A delegation led by Rev Ralph David Abernathy and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference sought new welfare legislation and an end to the Vietnam War during three informal Capitol Hill meetings with senators and representatives. The group framed its appeal as the second chapter of the Poor People's Campaign, citing testimony from delegates representing millions of poor Americans.
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