Episode 94 - Philip Randolph

In this episode, we examine the life of Philip Randolph and his role in shaping the early Civil Rights movement. We examine his humble beginnings, his leadership of the Brother Hood of Sleeping Car Porters, his influence on Civil Rights in the 1930s and 1940s, along his decline from influence and marginalization. Please check out our sponsor for this episode and get one month free at The Great Courses Plus: https://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/hotcw Remember to include hotcw for a free month for you and to help out the show. For pictures for this episode and more go to our website at: 
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