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Quakers: The Quiet Revolutionaries

With their commitment to civic engagement and equality, Quakers have influenced the course of political and social change in America. Includes profiles of Quakers, from Susan B. Anthony to Bayard Rustin, who have influenced important social movements throughout U.S. history — such as the abolition of slavery, women's suffrage, civil rights, environmental justice and world peace.

Quakers: The Quiet Revolutionaries

57m

With their commitment to civic engagement and equality, Quakers have influenced the course of political and social change in America. Includes profiles of Quakers, from Susan B. Anthony to Bayard Rustin, who have influenced important social movements throughout U.S. history — such as the abolition of slavery, women's suffrage, civil rights, environmental justice and world peace.

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    Quakers: The Quiet Revolutionaries

    57m

    With their commitment to civic engagement and equality, Quakers have influenced the course of political and social change in America. Includes profiles of Quakers, from Susan B. Anthony to Bayard Rustin, who have influenced important social movements throughout U.S. history — such as the abolition of slavery, women's suffrage, civil rights, environmental justice and world peace.

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