Sanford D. Bishop Jr. tweeted the following:
"(3/3) After 5 months of protests, the Greensboro Woolworth relented and served 3 Black customers. This seemingly small accomplishment inspired a radical change in the Jim Crow South and helped move America towards the Civil Rights Act of 1964."Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Sanford D. Bishop Jr.:
"(1/3) #BlackHistoryMonth is a time to reflect on the enormous contributions African Americans have made that have played a central role in shaping the history & culture of our nation."Read on Twitter
"(2/3) On this day in 1960, 4 Black college students, known as the #GreensboroFour, sat down at the whites-only Woolworth lunch counter and asked to be served, sparking a nationwide movement of non-violent sit-ins."Read on Twitter
"Yesterday, I met with Georgians on Capitol Hill w/@NFB_voice. Accessibility is vital for blind Americans to do everyday things like surfing the internet & using medical devices to monitor their health. I will continue working in Congress to improve their quality of life."Read on Twitter
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