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| Stone Center Guide to the Web - Politics (7 items) |
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- Avoice: African American Voices in Congress
- Avoice is a virtual library project that “documents the history of the Congressional Black Caucus and African American participation in Congress dating back to the 1800s.” Extensive historical information is included through online exhibits on such topics as the origins of the Congressional Black Caucus, the Voting Rights Act, the creation of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday, and more. Current news as well as links to additional online resources are also included. (Source: Congressional Black Caucus Foundation)
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- Black Members of the United States Congress: 1870-2004
- This site is a digitized report compiled by the Congressional Research Service for Congress about the history of African-American service in Congress. The document contains historical information, including all black members of Congress, as well as tables and statistical data. (Source: U.S. Department of State)
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- Breaking New Ground: African American Senators
- This site features information on the African Americans who have served as United States Senators. Included are brief biographies, photos, bibliographies, and links to further information. (Source: U.S. Senate)
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- Chisholm '72: Unbought and Unbossed
- This site contains information about the documentary film Chisholm '72: Unbought and Unbossed, which documents Shirley Chisholm's career in politics. The site features educational resources and an interview with the filmmaker. (Source: PBS)
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- Congressional Black Caucus
- Formed in 1969, the Congressional Black Caucus is comprised of African American Representatives and Senators. Its goal is to address the legislative concerns of minority communities. The Caucus’ site contains information about the history of the organization, current Congressional members in the Caucus, and a list of recent speeches made on behalf of the Caucus on the floor of Congress. (Source: Congressional Black Caucus)
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- National Conference of Black Political Scientists
- The National Conference of Black Political Scientists “is a professional organization, with a membership of more than 300 political science faculty, students, elected politicians, and policy analysts…committed to the study and practice of black politics, both here and abroad.” This website includes information about the organization’s goals, leaders, and membership as well as information about conferences, events, scholarships, awards, and other programs supported by the organization. (Source: National Conference of Black Political Scientists)
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- Politics of Disfranchisement and Anti-Disfranchisement, The: A Local Story about African American Political Resistance
- This site uses local events in Charlottesville, Va., from 1900 to 1925 to explore larger themes and movements connected to the struggle of African-Americans to attain the right to vote in the Jim Crow South. Included are first-hand sources such as newspaper clippings and political correspondence. Also included are profiles of important figures and a historical timeline. (Source: T. Nicole Tucker)
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