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Civil rights leader kicked out of theater over disability accommodation

Civil rights leader Reverend Barber kicked out of theater for using his own chair.

In a recent incident that has stirred controversy, a renowned civil rights leader, referred to as Reverend Barber, was allegedly mistreated and forced to leave an AMC theater in Greenville, North Carolina. The incident unfolded during a screening of the movie 'The Color Purple,' a moment that strangely mirrored a scene from the very film.

Reverend Barber, known for his contributions to the Civil Rights Movement and his well-documented health issues, brought his own specialized chair to the theater due to his mobility challenges. Accompanied by his elderly mother, the civil rights leader hoped to enjoy the movie without any complications. However, he was confronted by AMC staff upon arriving with his chair.

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