Just because someone puts something on one’s plate does not mean one has to eat it. In 1961, Ray Charles, a beacon of courage, took a stand on Jim Crow Laws in Augusta, Georgia.

Watching the video clip below encourages all to understand this significant event comprehensively. It’s a valuable resource packed with detailed information and expert analysis.

Per Google,

• “In March 1961, Charles learned that the theater seating for a show in Augusta, Georgia, was segregated. 
• He refused to perform and sued for breach of contract. 
• The promoter sued Charles for his position against segregation. 
• Charles was fined $757 by a Fulton County court in Atlanta the following year.”

The clip offers a comprehensive account of Ray Charles’ stand against segregation in Augusta, Georgia. It features interviews, archival footage, and expert analysis, providing a thorough understanding of this significant event.

Discover the remarkable transformation that took place in Georgia. Watch the clip to learn how isolating someone from a location is not just unprofessional but a stark reflection of the injustice of segregation.