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Stokely Carmichael
Washington Star Collection © Washington Post1968
DC Public Library
Washington, D.C.
Black Power leader Stokely Carmichael launched the Black United Front in January 1968 to unify the city’s diverse leadership. On April 4, Carmichael asked businesses near 14th and U streets NW to close out of respect for Dr. King. In a press conference the next day, he called on Black Americans to defend themselves from violence.
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- Title: Stokely Carmichael
- Creator: Washington Star Collection © Washington Post
- Date Created: 1968
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