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When was'White Citizens' Council' formed?

  • 1950

  • 1954

  • 1960

  • 1952

Answer

The White Citizens' Councils were formed in 1954 to fight against the integration of blacks into schools, public facilities, and other aspects of society. The organization's members were primarily white business and civic leaders who were concerned about the economic and social impact of integration. The Councils used intimidation, violence, and economic boycotts to try to prevent blacks from participating in integrated society.
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