Fannie Lou Hamer

Fannie Lou Hamer

civil rights activist unknown

Fannie Lou Hamer was a civil rights activist and leader known for her tireless efforts to secure voting rights for African Americans in the South. Her powerful voice and commitment to justice made her a key figure in the civil rights movement, advocating for social and economic equality.

Born on Oct 06, 1917 (108 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
4,188
Power
21$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Jamaica 1 8.00 0.14% +0% 2,961,167 4,188 $15,000 21$
Totals 1 2,961,167 4,188 $15,000 21$
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Jamaica Jamaica: The civil rights movement of the 1960s, led by Martin Luther King, Jr, Hosea Williams, Fannie Lou Hamer, and many others, resulted in the 1965 Voting Rights Act and the 1968 Fair Housing Act. 8

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Adekeye Adebajo | An alternative history for United States at 250 | Commentary

United States United States: Jackson later explained that he cried because he thought about those who made it possible who were not there, including Fannie Lou Hamer. 5

CNN: Reverend Jesse Jackson dies at age 84

Ireland Ireland: Tracy Chapman reflects on civil rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer and her impact on voting rights for black people in Mississippi. 9

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: ‘I have been labelled as a protest singer, and it’s not a label that I accept’ – The Irish Times

Costa Rica Costa Rica: Fannie Lou Hamer was a civil rights activist who emphasized the importance of freedom for all. 9

La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946: El mérito de la inclusión