Selma’s Bloody Sunday: Commemorating 60 Years Since the Civil Rights March

On March 7, 2025, the nation paused to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday, a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement. The event, marked by a march across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama, was remembered with speeches, reflections, and a call to action against ongoing social injustices. The original march in 1965 was brutally suppressed by state troopers, an event that shocked the nation and spurred the passage of the Voting Rights Act later that year.

Today's commemoration brought together civil rights veterans, political leaders, and citizens from across the country. Notable speakers emphasized the enduring relevance of the struggle for voting rights and equality. The event also served as a reminder of the sacrifices made by activists like John Lewis, who was severely beaten during the original march.

The anniversary comes at a time when discussions about voting rights, racial equity, and civil liberties are at the forefront of national discourse. Participants urged continued vigilance and action to protect and expand the rights for which the marchers of Selma fought so bravely.

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