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The civil rights legacy of rock 'n' roll radio's Alan Freed
The article claims Freed was more than just a rock pioneer - he was responsible for helping aid the civil rights cause, as well. And it argues he doesn't get enough credit for it.
The civil rights legacy of rock 'n' roll's Alan Freed
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The article claims Freed was more than just a rock pioneer - he was responsible for helping aid the civil rights cause, as well. And it argues he doesn't get enough credit for it.
The civil rights legacy of rock 'n' roll's Alan Freed
No argument here. Freed took a path that he knew would bring him grief, but only doubled down as the criticism grew.