News & Stories Arts & Life Remembering Freedom Singer Bernice Johnson Reagon Terry Gross August 01, 2024 / 10:21 am Reagon, who died July 16, was one of the powerful singers who helped galvanize the civil rights movement in the 1960s as a member of the Freedom Singers quartet. Originally broadcast in 1988. Why you can trust KUOW Recommended Stories Washington farmers feel the pain of Iran war March 27, 2026 Sonics fans can celebrate but 'don't pour drinks yet,' says Seattle sports writer March 26, 2026 Coast Salish wool weaving, once nearly lost, enjoys a renaissance March 19, 2026
