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Jun 28, 2024 · A. Philip Randolph (1889-1979) was an American labor unionist, civil rights activist, and socialist politician. In 1925, he organized and led the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, the first predominantly African American labor union. In 1963, Randolph co-organized the March on Washington.
6 days ago · Born on April 15, 1889, A. Philip Randolph was a trailblazing labor leader and civil rights activist. He founded the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, the first predominantly African-American labor union.
Jul 2, 2024 · Asa Philip Randolph was an American labor leader, social activist, and socialist legislator, as well as an influential figure in the struggle for justice and equality for African Americans.
Jul 17, 2024 · In 1941 labour leader A. Philip Randolph’s threat to stage a march on Washington, D.C., prodded Pres. Franklin D. Roosevelt to issue an executive order against employment discrimination in the wartime defense industries.
4 days ago · A. Philip Randolph spoke first, promising: "we shall return again and again to Washington in ever growing numbers until total freedom is ours." Randolph also closed the event along with Bayard Rustin. Rustin followed King's speech by slowly reading the list of demands.
Jul 5, 2024 · While it marked the first time that the Stadium played host to a Negro League game, it was also a fundraiser for the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters (BSCP), the fledging organization led by civil rights activist, A. Philip Randolph.
5 days ago · Randolph calls for a crusade with President Kennedy as its leader. Vice President Johnson explains the realities of political power in relation to Congress--how to craft a coalition of support, pressure on business leaders, approaches to former President Dwight D. Eisenhower, etc.
