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1964

Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party

Typed document

Title: Congressional Challenge - Fact Sheet

One fact sheet dated 1964, regarding an election where Heber Lander denied MFDP candidates names on the ballot. Document details the basis of the challenge (that five representatives were elected unconstitutionally), the procedure, suggesting a Fairness resolution and background on the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party.

GLC09641.17

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