The Rev. Nelson Johnson, an influential labor activist in North Carolina, passed away at 81 from kidney complications. He was deeply involved in civil rights and anti-racist activism, notably during the Greensboro Massacre on November 3, 1979. The Johnsons, prominent members of the Communist Workers Party, organized marches against white supremacism, which culminated in violent confrontations. The incident left five protestors dead and many injured, with the police failing to protect the marchers. Johnson's efforts in healing the community post-tragedy are a testament to his resilience and commitment to justice.
The Rev. Nelson Johnson, a labor activist who survived the 1979 Greensboro Massacre, died at age 81 due to complications of kidney failure.
Johnson, a leader of the Communist Workers Party, fought against rising white supremacy in North Carolina, culminating in the violent 1979 protest that left five dead.
The Rev. Johnson organized a 'Death to the Klan' march in Greensboro, where a Klan confrontation turned deadly, highlighting the racial tensions of the era.
Despite police presence, no intervention occurred during the 88 seconds of violence, leaving Johnson injured and exacerbating community despair following the tragedy.
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