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- 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.
- 7. This police officer was involved in the shooting of Black Panther Party leader Fred Hampton in 1969
- 9. This judge presided over the infamous trial of the Chicago Seven and was criticized for his handling of the case.
- 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.
- 14. This political activist and member of the Chicago Seven was known for his pacifist beliefs and his opposition to the Vietnam War.
- 16. This activist co-founded the Black Panther Party and served as its chairman during the Civil Rights era.
- 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. 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. 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.
- 4. This philosophy, espoused by civil rights leaders such as Martin Luther King Jr., emphasized peaceful protest and resistance to achieve change.
- 5. This lawyer represented many civil rights activists and political dissidents during the 1960s and 70s, including the Chicago Seven.
- 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.
- 8. This prosecutor was a key figure in the trial of the Chicago Seven and was criticized for his handling of the case.
- 11. This political activist and member of the Chicago Seven was known for his theatrical protests and countercultural antics during the 1960s and 70s.
- 12. This federal agency played a key role in enforcing civil rights laws and investigating cases of discrimination during the Civil Rights era.
- 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.
- 15. This member of the Chicago Seven was charged with conspiracy and incitement to riot during the 1968 Democratic National Convention.
- 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.