Bayard Rustin probably isn’t the first name that comes to mind when you think of the 1963 March on Washington. Rustin was a key organizer behind the movement, but his presence as an openly gay Black man was seen largely as a liability and a threat to progress. Now, 60 years after the 1963 March on Washington, his legacy is being shared and celebrated in a new Netflix film titled ‘Rustin.’ Rustin spent his entire lifetime supporting prolific civil rights leaders and fighting for equality. He managed to secure transportation, funding and food to support the 250,000 peaceful protestors at the March on Washington on August 28, 1963. Despite this contribution, his legacy was nearly erased from history over fears that supporting a gay activist could derail the Civil Rights Movement. The new film shines a light on the brilliant strategist, intellectual, and activist who was behind this groundbreaking protest. Here’s what you should know about this bold, unsung hero of the Civil Rights...
