Arizona RepublicSunday, 3 May 2026

The paper uses a local historical lens to examine civil rights in Phoenix, framing the narrative around generational continuity and the lasting impact of a specific local figure.

Lincoln Ragsdale Sr. was a prominent Tuskegee Airman and civil rights leader who played a crucial role in desegregating Phoenix businesses, neighborhoods, and schools. This feature explores his historical footprint on the city, symbolized by the airport terminal bearing his name.

“changed Phoenix”