Who was southern governor known for active opposition to racial integration of public schools in his state?

The southern governor known for his active opposition to racial integration of public schools was George Wallace of Alabama. He famously declared "segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever" during his inaugural speech in 1963. Wallace's staunch resistance to the Civil Rights Movement and integration efforts made him a prominent figure in the fight against desegregation in the South. His actions, particularly during the "Stand in the Schoolhouse Door," exemplified his commitment to maintaining segregation in education.