In 1957, the conflict between advocates of states' rights and federal officials intensifies during the integration of Central High School in Little Rock. This tension resurfaces in 1962 when James Meredith confronts segregation at the University of Mississippi. Each scenario sees a Southern governor opposing a U.S. president, leading to violent clashes, yet ultimately resulting in successful integration efforts.
Show
Eyes on the Prize
Episode
S01E02
Air Date
Jan 28, 1987