Carrying the Burden: Labor Rights and Civic Responsibilities in the Memphis Sanitation Strike
Thesis
The Memphis Sanitation Strike of 1968 exemplifies the intersection of civil rights and labor rights, as workers fought for dignity, fair treatment, and safer working conditions while simultaneously challenging systemic racial inequality. This pivotal moment in history highlights the enduring responsibilities of individuals, leaders, and institutions to uphold human rights, inspire societal change, and set the stage for future movements advocating for justice and equity.
“King’s Last March | King’s Last March | APM Reports,” 1968. https://features.apmreports.org/arw/king/c1.html.
Carrying the Burden: Labor Rights and Civic Responsibilities in the Memphis Sanitation Strike
Nancy Ortiz and Kyndal East
Senior Division
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