Summary:
Born in Louisville in 1933 to first-generation German Jewish American parents, Post was raised with the belief in assimilation and teaching English to immigrant parents. After graduating from high school, she majored in English in college. In 1956, she returned to Louisville and became involved with the ACLU, initially as a member and later as a plaintiff in a school integration lawsuit. During the time of school desegregation and the open housing movement, the Klan and other anti-busing groups were actively opposing integration efforts. They would gather at school board meetings and engage in protests, often leading to arrests. Susie Post, as a member of the KCLU (Kentucky Civil Liberties Union), was involved in raising bail money for those who were arrested during these protests. The presence of the Klan and their opposition to civil rights served as a catalyst for Susie Post's activism and commitment to fighting for equality and justice. She also worked on issues such as women's rights, the death penalty, and the anti-war movement. Post served as the director of the ACLU in Louisville and later became a National Vice President. She reflects on the challenges and successes of her tenure, including the Skokie case and the impact of the organization on Louisville. Post believes that the arts movement in Louisville has also contributed to the city's progressiveness. She acknowledges the personal sacrifices she made and the need for trained professionals in the organization. Post expresses pride in her work and the organizations she helped start.
Topic(s):
American Civil Liberties Union of Kentucky, Women's rights, Reproductive rights, Ku Klux Klan
