Civil Rights History

Bernard LaFayette’s Legacy Exposes the True Cost—and Courage—Behind Voting Rights Progress

By Patriot News Investigative Desk | March 6, 2026

Bernard LaFayette’s fearless groundwork in Selma laid the foundation for the Voting Rights Act, highlighting the real, often overlooked sacrifices that secure American freedoms.

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