Black Political Power in the United States: Where To Next?
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A nine-page research paper on the problem African-Americans have had in gaining economic and political parity in the United States, with particular reference to the institution of 'majority-minority' voting districts. Included is the failure of the political process, e.g., electing increased numbers of black politicians to office, to increase the political or economic well-being of black people, and possible political and economic alternatives. Bibliography cites five sources.
Filename: 99bpow.rtf

Deracialization in Black Politics
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A 5 page analysis of the political strategy of deracialization as it is used in black political campaigns. This term refers to the refers to the conduction of a political campaign by a black candidate in which racial issues and themes are minimized thereby appealing to more white voters. The writer discusses the implications of this strategy and its relationship to traditional black politics. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Polblack.wps

African-Americans & Irish Americans/Views
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A 15 page research paper on the reasons why African-Americans and Irish-Americans each have different, opposing views of Affirmative Action in the United States. The writer finds that their different backgrounds in this country (i.e. slavery vs. immigration) are the apparent reasons. Paper is pro-affirmative action -- Bibliography lists 12 comprehensive sources.
Filename: Afroiris.wps

The Autobiography Of An Ex-Colored Man By James Weldon Johnson
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In 5 pages the author discusses 'The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man' by James Weldon Johnson. The author attempts to show how 'passing' is destructive in that it prevents the narrator from finding his identity. He does not know if he belongs in the category of black or white. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Excolor.wps