Story #112: Roger Baldwin, ACLU Co-Founder

Roger Baldwin ‘04 is known for his pioneering work in advocating for civil liberties and advancing the protection of individual freedoms. As a co-founder of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) in 1920, Baldwin played a critical role in shaping the organization’s mission to defend and preserve the constitutional rights of all individuals. Over his long career, Baldwin worked on a variety of civil rights issues, from advocating for free speech and workers' rights to opposing government censorship and discrimination. His commitment to civil rights made him a key figure in the broader movement for social change in the 20th century, and his legacy continues to inspire generations of activists and advocates committed to protecting the rights of marginalized communities. Baldwin’s work exemplified a deep belief in justice and equality, and he remains a central figure in the history of American civil liberties. While at Harvard College, Baldwin was a PBHA volunteer in its earliest years and volunteered as an instructor for adult education classes for low-income workers, thereby launching his social work.

His legacy will be remembered and honored forever.

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