The Civil Rights Movement

The book explores the diverse reactions of white Americans to the Civil Rights Movement, analyzing opinions from both northern and southern perspectives. It delves into the influence of the federal government, religious institutions, and organized labor, alongside the effects of the Cold War. Key topics include various civil rights campaigns, the effectiveness of nonviolent action, the rise of Black Nationalism, and the evolution of the national civil rights coalition, highlighting Martin Luther King Jr.'s role and the contributions of everyday individuals.