african american politicians

Describes the work of black politicians and public officials during Reconstruction, their loss of power after Reconstruction, and the struggle to regain public office.

Jesse Jackson's press secretary during his 1988 presidential campaign describes the private personality of Jackson from the Iowa caucus to the 1988 election.

History of the African-American quest to vote and have a voice in government, beginning in the years prior to the American Revolution through 1995.

A biography of activist minister Al Sharpton, discussing his defense of victims of racial violence, his attack by a knife-wielding assailant, and his political ambitions.

Presents a history of African Americans in law and politics, and discusses the contributions that they made.

Explores the life and achievements of Al Sharpton, discussing his childhood in Brooklyn, role as a community activist, participation in protests, work with James Brown, political career, and more.

Contains thirteen biographies of African-Americans who have made outstanding contributions to the fields of government, politics, and diplomacy.

The author details the start of Barack Obama's career in Chicago through his eventual victory for Senator, exploring the city's south side history, the key players in Obama's path to the U.S. Senate, and Chicago's political style.