Whitney M. Young: The Power Broker

A new documentary, The Powerbroker, airing Monday on PBS, follows Whitney Young's journey from segregated Kentucky to the national campaign for equal rights.

Which of his achievements is most significant?

A) Domestic "Marshall Plan," which called for $145B in spending over 10yrs & was partially incorporated into War on Poverty

B) Role in planning the March for Jobs on Justice in Washington in 1963

C) Relationship with Pres. Johnson, which helped bring about passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 & Voting Rights Act of 1965

D) His ability to persuade white corporate leaders to diversify their workforces

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