"One of the points in which I was especially interested was the Jim Crow regulations, that is, the system of separation of the races in street cars and railroad trains"
- Ray Stannard Baker
About this Quote
In this quote, Ray Stannard Baker reveals his fascination with the Jim Crow regulations, which were laws that imposed racial segregation in public transportation throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He particularly mentions the separation of races in street cars and railroad trains, highlighting the pervasive nature of these policies in daily life. This declaration suggests that Baker was deeply thinking about understanding the impact of these laws on society and the experiences of those impacted by them. It also reflects the prevalent awareness and discussion of the Jim Crow laws during this time duration, as well as the growing movement for civil rights and equality.
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