Civil Rights Leader Bayard Rustin Celebrated in San Diego City Hall

Camille Appling
March 24, 2025

Photo: Bayard Rustin, close ally of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

On February 28, San Diego reflected on the powerful influence of the Civil Rights leader Bayard Rustin. Rustin championed civil rights and personal liberties. Rustin’s contributions to America include promoting nonviolence and supporting education and employment. Rustin was celebrated by our mayor Todd Gloria at the City Hall Event.

Dr. King, 1st row 2nd from right, and other Civil Rights Leader at the Lincoln Memorial