Those above the gaze of discrimination will remain untouched while the others will be submerged in an unjust and prejudiced city. On October 24th, 2005, at the age of 92, she died of natural causes leaving behind a rich legacy of resistance against racial discrimination and injustice.During the 1950s and 60s, African Americans were subjected to systemic segregation and discrimination, affecting every aspect of their daily lives. The leaders and participants in the Montgomery Bus Boycott faced challenges such as racial discrimination, economic hardships, and violence. Montgomery County laws prohibit discrimination in employment based on age protecting people who are 18 and older in accepting job applications.