Chicago 7 Crossword

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  1. 3. This controversial civil rights leader initially advocated for black separatism and the use of violence in the struggle for civil rights before later embracing a more moderate stance.
  2. 7. This police officer was involved in the shooting of Black Panther Party leader Fred Hampton in 1969
  3. 9. This judge presided over the infamous trial of the Chicago Seven and was criticized for his handling of the case.
  4. 10. This period of social and political upheaval in China during the 1960s and 70s had a profound impact on the global civil rights movement, inspiring activists around the world.
  5. 14. This political activist and member of the Chicago Seven was known for his pacifist beliefs and his opposition to the Vietnam War.
  6. 16. This activist co-founded the Black Panther Party and served as its chairman during the Civil Rights era.
  7. 18. This militant civil rights organization advocated for black empowerment, self-defense, and community organizing in the face of racial discrimination and police brutality.
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  1. 1. This federal court system played a key role in many civil rights cases during the 1960s and 70s, including the Chicago Seven trial and the desegregation of public schools.
  2. 2. This lawyer was known for his work defending civil rights activists, including the Freedom Riders, the Chicago Seven, and members of the Black Panther Party.
  3. 4. This philosophy, espoused by civil rights leaders such as Martin Luther King Jr., emphasized peaceful protest and resistance to achieve change.
  4. 5. This lawyer represented many civil rights activists and political dissidents during the 1960s and 70s, including the Chicago Seven.
  5. 6. This political activist and writer was a founder of Students for a Democratic Society and played a key role in the anti-war and civil rights movements of the 1960s.
  6. 8. This prosecutor was a key figure in the trial of the Chicago Seven and was criticized for his handling of the case.
  7. 11. This political activist and member of the Chicago Seven was known for his theatrical protests and countercultural antics during the 1960s and 70s.
  8. 12. This federal agency played a key role in enforcing civil rights laws and investigating cases of discrimination during the Civil Rights era.
  9. 13. This political party was instrumental in the passage of major civil rights legislation during the 1960s, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
  10. 15. This member of the Chicago Seven was charged with conspiracy and incitement to riot during the 1968 Democratic National Convention.
  11. 17. This politician was a champion of civil rights and served as Vice President under Lyndon B. Johnson during the passage of major civil rights legislation.