A newspaper clipping with an article describing Bayard Rustin's campaigning for the re-election of President Lyndon B. Johnson, putting him at odds with other civil rights leaders. 1 page.
Subject
African Americans--Politics and government, Voting, Political campaigns, African American civic leaders
Newspaper article discussing the predicted victory of John Bell Williams, a conservative candidate for governor of Mississippi, in a runoff election. Williams expected to receive the support of most of the voters who cast ballots for the eliminated candidates in the first primary. Williams' opponent, William Winter, was a liberal candidate. 1 page.
Subject
Political participation, African Americans--Civil rights, Voter registration, African Americans--Politics and government, Political campaigns