Diane T. Feldman

Diane T. Feldman, a historian and author specializing in Mississippi history and civil rights, dives deep into the struggle for power and equality in Holmes County. She uncovers the roots of local African American leadership during the civil rights movement and discusses the significance of cooperative landownership and the Church of God in Christ. Feldman highlights the fight for voting rights, the impact of the Great Depression, and ongoing local initiatives to revitalize food production. Her insights offer a compelling look at a community's resilience and activism.