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Lester Maddox was an American politician and businessman who served as the 75th governor of Georgia from 1967 to 1971. He was a controversial figure, known for his staunch segregationist views and his opposition to the civil rights movement during the 1960s.
Maddox became widely recognized when he famously closed his restaurant, The Pickrick, rather than comply with federal desegregation laws. He gained a following for his populist style and was elected governor in part due to his appeal to white voters who were resistant to desegregation.
As governor, Maddox's administration was marked by his open opposition to federal civil rights mandates and his attempts to maintain segregation in various forms. However, he also made some efforts to promote economic development in Georgia and worked to improve the state's infrastructure.
After his term as governor, Maddox continued to be involved in politics, serving in various roles, including as a member of the Georgia House of Representatives. He ran for various offices but never regained the prominence he held as governor.
Maddox's legacy is a complex one, as he is remembered both for his controversial stance on civil rights and for his impact on Georgia politics in the 20th century. He passed away on June 25, 2003.
Maddox became widely recognized when he famously closed his restaurant, The Pickrick, rather than comply with federal desegregation laws. He gained a following for his populist style and was elected governor in part due to his appeal to white voters who were resistant to desegregation.
As governor, Maddox's administration was marked by his open opposition to federal civil rights mandates and his attempts to maintain segregation in various forms. However, he also made some efforts to promote economic development in Georgia and worked to improve the state's infrastructure.
After his term as governor, Maddox continued to be involved in politics, serving in various roles, including as a member of the Georgia House of Representatives. He ran for various offices but never regained the prominence he held as governor.
Maddox's legacy is a complex one, as he is remembered both for his controversial stance on civil rights and for his impact on Georgia politics in the 20th century. He passed away on June 25, 2003.
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