Ralph McGill
1898–1969 (age 71)
newspaper editor/publisher
Biography
Ralph McGill (1898–1969) guided The Atlanta Constitution with moral clarity, using his editorial voice to champion civil rights and challenge the injustices of his day while upholding journalistic integrity. His insistence on equality and thoughtful public discourse earned him national respect and a Pulitzer Prize for editorial writing.
Resting at Westview Cemetery, McGill is honored for a life spent encouraging understanding and for inspiring others to pursue truth with courage.