Episode 1627
Claudia House Morcom's Legacy | August 17
Today in 2014, Claudia House Morcom, the first Black woman to serve as a Wayne…
Michigan Minute · WKAR Public Media
August 18, 20251m 0s
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Show Notes
Today in 2014, Claudia House Morcom, the first Black woman to serve as a Wayne County circuit court judge, passed away. Morcom was a pivotal civil rights advocate, providing legal defense for civil rights workers in Mississippi and challenging discriminatory practices throughout her career. She served on the bench for nearly 30 years and continued her activism until her death.