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## Life during the boycott
The boycott’s success relied on economic pressure and careful organisation. Since Black citizens made up roughly 75% of bus users, their refusal to ride had a massive impact on city finances.
The boycott’s success relied on economic pressure and careful organisation. Since Black citizens made up roughly 75% of bus users, their refusal to ride had a massive impact on city finances
### How did they get around
Carpool: Over 300 private cars and church station wagons operated, like a private bus service.
Walking: Many participants walked miles daily. This became a powerful symbol of "walking for freedom"
Funding: The MIA raised money for petrol and repairs through church collections and national donations
Funding: The MIA raised money for petrol and repairs through church collections and national donations
### Resistance from white people
The boycott was unpopular with white people, as such the following acts were often performed:
Legal Harassment: Police targeted carpool drivers with lots of tickets and arrests for small traffic violations
Violence: Leaders like Dr King's houses were firebombed, Protesters responded with peace, to make sure they weren't seen as violent in the news
Economic Threats: Many white employers threatened to fire Black workers who took part in the boycott