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New Film Chronicles Queer Civil Rights Activist Bayard Rustin's Pivotal Role Organizing the 1963 March on Washington

  • Colman Domingo portrays Bayard Rustin, a controversial figure who was overlooked due to being openly gay, in the upcoming Netflix film "Rustin."
  • The film explores Rustin's identity as a Black gay man and his leadership in planning the historic March on Washington in 1963.
  • Rustin faced discrimination from some civil rights leaders but was determined to challenge authority and fight for equality.
  • The trailer highlights Rustin's skills as an organizer and activist in the 1960s civil rights movement.
  • Produced by Barack and Michelle Obama's company, "Rustin" aims to shine a spotlight on Rustin's overlooked legacy.
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