Freedom Summer
Monday June 22, 2009
Literacy test, poll taxes, and intimidation were just some of the methods used in the South to prevent African Americans from voting or registering to vote. In response, the project Freedom Summer set out to register voters and to bring national attention to black disenfranchisement. After three volunteers were killed, the nation quickly learned about the discriminatory practices taking place in the South.
Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress.
Comments
Ms. McElrath, this is so timely. So many people try to start history right now, instead of years prior.
The new Power and Light District in Kansas City, has a dress code. It’s not a poll tax or literacy test, but it clearly descriminates against African Americans.
Two weeks ago, Jazzy Jeff cut his performance, after he was informed they didn’t want rap music.
Jason Whitlock a famous African American writer was banned because of a gold chain, until fans recognized him.
In the 90’s, Kansas City would demand two forms of ID for African Americans to get into the club.
What’s so amazing, our tax payer money was good enough, but somehow were not. (Typical)