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Congress of Racial Equality (CORE)

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A major civil rights organization that employed nonviolent direct action and grassroots efforts to combat racial discrimination and inequality.

AP course connection

Topic 4.6: 4.6 Major Civil Rights Organizations

Unit 4

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