"We Are Climbing Freedom's Ladder", 1961

"We Are Climbing Freedom's Ladder", 1961

This document succinctly outlines key historical events in the fight for civil rights: the Emancipation Proclamation of 1863 and the Non-Violent Desegregation Movement from 1960 to 1961. It highlights the ongoing success of the boycott in the Atlanta Negro community, leading to decreased sales in downtown stores. Quoting a department store executive's statement about declining sales, the document emphasizes the impact of the boycott. It underscores the collaborative efforts of various groups, including ministers, churches, and social organizations, in advocating for human dignity and equal opportunity. The document urges readers to continue the boycott, refuse to support segregation, and actively spread awareness among their friends. Issued by the Committee on Appeal for Human Rights and the Student-Adult Liaison Committee.