During their journey, the original group of 13 grew to almost 450. The Freedom Rides established great credibility with blacks and whites throughout the United States who became motivated to engage in direct action for civil rights. Perhaps most significantly, Freedom Riders impressed blacks living in rural areas throughout the South who later formed the backbone of the civil rights movement. This credibility inspired many subsequent civil rights campaigns, including voter registration, freedom schools, and the black power movement.
I know alot of people, friends, family, students that would probably come, might not come because of transportation ect. Would a donation site for buses; possible meet up spots + buses be worthwhile? We need someone with time on there hands to design such a program/site. Ron Paul Freedom Riders!!
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