Roger Baldwin

Roger Baldwin was an influential American civil rights advocate born in 1888. He co-founded the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) in 1920, an organization dedicated to defending individual rights and freedoms, especially against government overreach. Baldwin was a passionate supporter of free speech, civil liberties, and social justice, often working to protect the rights of marginalized groups. Throughout his career, he emphasized the importance of civic participation and legal protections for democracy. Baldwin’s efforts helped shape the legal landscape for civil rights in the United States, leaving a lasting legacy in the fight for individual freedoms.