"Exploring the Legacy of Thurgood Marshall: A New Documentary Sheds Light on the Civil Rights Pioneer"

Rochester, New York — The legacy of Thurgood Marshall, a trailblazing figure in American civil rights, is being examined in a new documentary that sheds light on his significant contributions before he took his seat on the U.S. Supreme Court. While many recognize him as the first African American Supreme Court Justice, Marshall’s substantial impact as a civil rights attorney is what truly sets him apart. Marshall’s journey unfolded during a time when predominantly white courtrooms posed significant challenges for Black attorneys. Yet, he emerged victorious in 29 out of his 32 cases that reached … Read more