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America's Deepening Racial Crisis and Gains Ahead
An editorial in a 1960s series notes the progress of African Americans in politics education and housing, while warning that true equality requires eroding public prejudice and expanding opportunities. Roy Wilkins and Whitney Young reflect on milestones like Black mayors and attorneys general, and stress ongoing work to prevent new ghettos and ensure competitive, fair access across society.
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Associated Press
Roy Wilkins
St. Louis
Rooker T. Washington
National Association For the Advancement of Colored People
National Urban League
United States
NAACP
Bull's Hall of Fame
Whitney M. Young
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Robinson
Iman
Henry Lee Moon
Go Goal
Connecticut
Ralph Bunche
Robert Weaver
Moon
Wilking