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Fannie Lou Hamer

(1917–1977) Politician United States

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Fannie Lou Hamer was a politician from the United States, best known for The speeches of Fannie Lou Hamer.

Quick Facts About Fannie Lou Hamer

Born
October 6, 1917
Died
March 14, 1977
Nationality
United States
Profession
Politician
Notable works
The speeches of Fannie Lou Hamer
Spouse
Perry Hamer

About Fannie Lou Hamer

Fannie Lou Hamer was an American voting and women's rights activist, community organizer, and leader of the civil rights movement. She was the vice-chair of the Freedom Democratic Party, which she represented at the 1964 Democratic National Convention. Hamer also organized Mississippi's Freedom Summer along with the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC). She was a co-founder of the National Women's Political Caucus, an organization created to recruit, train, and support women of all races who sought election to government offices.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Presidential Medal of Freedom National Women's Hall of Fame

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