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Print Celebrates 1960s Freedom Rider from Grand Rapids, Walter Bergman
Over two years ago, we posted an article about Walter Bergman, a university professor from Michigan, who was badly beaten while participating in the Freedom Rides in 1960. In that article we honored the commitment and sacrifice that Dr. Bergman … Continue reading
Grand Rapids Freedom Rider Walter Bergman
If one is serious about fighting institutionalized racism and white supremacy, then one must be prepared to take risks. This is exactly what Walter Bergman, a retired teacher had done in May of 1961, when he decided to be part … Continue reading
Grand Rapids People's History Project 