groups have changed. In 1890, African Americans were called Black, Mulatto, Quadroon, or Octoroon. In the 1930s, they were called Negros. In 1890, Native Americans were called Indians. In 1960 they were called American Indians, Aleut, and Eskimos. In 2000, they were called Alaskan Natives. In 1890 Asian Americans were called Chinese & Japanese. In 1930 they were called Filipino, Hindu, and Koreans. In 1980 Asian Indians and Vietnamese were added to describe Asian Americans. In 1930 Mexicans, Hawaiian
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Unlike Katniss’s violent rebellion, King, a leader of the African-American Civil Rights Movement, urged to use non-violent protest to gain equal treatment for African-Americans in public accommodations and voting systems. King decided to devote himself into advocating human rights when he heard of the news that Rosa Parks was imprisoned since she refused to give seat
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is the Progressive Era, which consisted of large political reform and activism through social communities that would, in short, fight against corruption, inefficiency, and monopolies. During this time, many social figures would become well known for their advocacy and effort in trying to make the nation better as a whole. One such figure is Ida B. Wells, an African American woman who was born in 1862 as a slave during the Civil War. Ida B. Wells was a muckraker, or reform-focused investigative journalist
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African American’s Battle for Equality and Right’s Luis Gomezfranco HIS204: American History Since 1865 Prof. Lisa Bowie January 14,2012 African American’s Battle for Equality and Right’s During and after the Civil War (1861-1865), the African American people were mistreated and discriminated against for many years. There is still racism going on until this day that routes from years of violence and maltreatment of the Black community in the United States. Black men and women were
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Malcolm X A Controversial Leader Iris Robinson Central Michigan University PSC 785 Dr. Robert Boggs Abstract This paper is going analyze the leadership traits, behavior and power that made Malcolm X the type of leader that he was. Malcolm X was considered a great leader to some people because of what he believed in. Malcolm X was a very controversial leader because of his views on different subject. This paper will show how Malcolm X went from follower to a leader. Malcolm X possess a lot
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King George. The American revolution also called the war for independence, took place between 1775 and 1783. It was a fight between 13 British colonies and the home England. The revolutionary was so radical in document one the people who were living in the new land were trying to take down King George’s statute because all of their money were going to the motherland instead of supporting the settlers. If people didn't have war the world will be peaceful. Even though African-Americans were freed the
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producer, a director, an author, and an activist who has shone in various fields and genres of entertainment. She is also a mother, a partner, a friend, and a role model who has inspired and empowered millions of people, especially women and African Americans, with her talent, passion, and courage. Born and raised in Washington, D.C., Taraji faced many challenges and obstacles in her life, such as poverty, violence, stigma, and discrimination. She also experienced some tragedies and losses, such as
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married Austin Stratus and had one child named Sascha. In 1969, Anne’s marriage ended in divorce. Moody died on February 5, 2015 at the age of 74. Anne Moody was an African-American author who wrote about her experiences growing up poor and black in rural Mississippi. As a child she faces many problems, join the Civil Rights Movement, and fight racism against blacks. Anne's popular autobiography book called “Coming of Age in Mississippi,” tells the story of her struggles and triumphs in this rural Mississippi
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worthy of certain privileges. The African American communities were brought from Africa to work as slaves to the white people. They were property to be owned rather than people with feelings and needs. They were bought and sold just like any other property. A person who had the most slaves was considered to be the richest (Marte, 2014). The slaves were treated in whichever way that the owner felt. However, over the years, improvements have been made as the African American community have fought for their
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A child’s first day of school marks the beginning of his/her journey into independence; it is a day of excitement, anticipation, and uncertainty. New friendships are formed, lessons are learned, and ideas are exchanged. However, on November 4th, 1960, what should have been a typical first day of primary school for young Ruby Bridges was actually a day filled with terror. Imagine instead of being greeted with a cheerful, “Good Morning!”, being met with screams from angry protestors. Imagine, instead
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