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A biography of the civil rights activist who organized the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, which acted as a labor union for Pullman car porters, and crusaded for equal rights for blacks in the armed forces, military industries, and in labor unions.
Quick Summary
This biography tells the electrifying story of how one brave man took on the mighty Pullman Company and built the first successful Black labor union in America, proving that ordinary people can change history. Kids will love seeing Randolph spark a movement that forced presidents and corporations to listen, from battling segregation in the military to leading the historic March on Washington. If your kid loves inspiring true stories about people who stand up to injustice, they'll devour this book. It is perfect for kids in grades 4 through 8 who are ready for a short, powerful read about civil rights and determination.