1961
Congress of Racial Equality (CORE) Organizes in Cleveland
C ORE opened its Cleveland chapter to fight segregation and inequality in the North. Through demonstrations, sit-ins, and voter registration drives, CORE challenged systemic racism. Cleveland’s chapter became one of the most active in the nation.
1963
MLK’s Visit to Cleveland
-Dr. Martin Luther King Jr
D r. Martin Luther King Jr. gave speeches in Ohio, including a notable address in Cleveland. He called for unity and action to combat racial injustice. His visit energized local Civil Rights efforts and inspired lasting change.
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