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Deuxcents

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1. I was just going into high school when I first heard of freedom riders but in a mocking way. Being from the south,

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Sat May 9, 2026, 11:19 AM

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I had to see for myself the reports on tv of how they were treated, some died and this event and others that were coming soon, put me on a path much different than the one I was raised on. Just this morning, I got my copy of The 1619 Project out..going to start from the beginning as it’s been a while and the information is too detailed and important to just pick up where I left off. I’m determined to finish it this time.

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Freedom Riders sharing a meal together. . . [View all] Stargleamer Yesterday OP

I was just going into high school when I first heard of freedom riders but in a mocking way. Being from the south, Deuxcents Yesterday #1

I have a DVD of actual films and newsreels of the Freedom Riders. wnylib 23 hrs ago #2