Tag: civil rights act of 1960
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The People vs. The Big Few
Throughout his career, Kefauver never lost touch with the people he served. A brochure from his final campaign proves it.
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Campaign 1960: Segregation on the Ballot
Kefauver’s final Senate run was his most challenging yet, as he faced a strong opponent in a race that focused on civil rights… and angry pharmacists.
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A Complicated but Courageous Legacy: Kefauver and Civil Rights
Estes Kefauver was one of the few Southern Senators who didn’t take the segregationist line on civil rights. A closer look at his record shows a man who evolved over time… but remained consistent in his belief in moderate progress and equal application of the law.
Estes Kefauver for President 