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Two Bloody Sundays: Civil Rights in America and Ireland

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris

In the 1960s, African Americans protested for equal rights in the United States. In the 1970s, Catholics demanded equality in Northern Ireland. Catholics were influenced by the American civil rights…

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Women’s Suffrage

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Discusses the history of women’s voting rights, how women campaigned for full voting rights across the United States, and how their efforts led to gains in equality for women in…

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Barack Obama is Elected President

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In 2008, voters chose Barack Obama as the first African American president in the history of the United States. Barack Obama Is Elected President examines this historic event from multiple…

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The March on Washington and its Legacy

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The March on Washington was the largest protest gathering in the American civil rights movement. Thousands of protesters marched on Washington, D.C., in 1963, [demanding] equal rights for African Americans…

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Environmental Protests

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As people began to see how pollution and industry could damage the environment, they began to seek change. Environmental Protests explores the research that revealed how common practices harmed the…

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The Fake News Phenomenon

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The 2016 US presidential election introduced a new term to the media lexicon. The Fake News Phenomenon examines the spread of bogus news sources, the reasons they exist, and the…

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The Grand Contraband Camp

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During the American Civil War, escaped slaves found refuge near Union forts. They formed communities called contraband camps. The largest of these was the Grand Contraband Camp near Fort Monroe…

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Oney Judge: Escape from Slavery and the President’s House

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris,Lindsay Wyskowski

President George Washington and his wife enslaved more than 150 people in the mid-1700s. In 1796, one of their slaves escaped. Her name was Oney Ona Judge. Oney Judge: Escape…

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Carol Moseley Braun: Politician and Leader

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In 1992 African American politician Carol Moseley Braun ran for the United States Senate. The US Senate is made up of 100 senators. Most of the senators at the time…

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Loving V. Virginia

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris,Marne Ventura

In 1958, Richard and Mildred Loving were arrested in Virginia for breaking the state’s law against interracial marriage. They later brought a lawsuit, Loving v. Virginia, to the US Supreme…

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Richard Wright: Author and World Traveler

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In 1940 Richard Wright wrote his most famous book, Native Son. It was the first best-selling novel by an African American writer. Because the influence of this novel was so…

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Aretha Franklin: Legendary Singer

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris

Aretha Franklin was a legendary singer and activist. Her music helped shape the civil rights movement and inspired many people. Aretha Franklin: Legendary Singer explores her life and legacy. Includes…

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Eleanor Roosevelt Champions Women’s Rights

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris,A. R. Carser

Eleanor Roosevelt is well known for her time as First Lady of the United States, but she also made important contributions to women’s rights before, during, and after her husband’s…

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The First Moon Landing

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris,Arnold Ringstad

When Neil Armstrong set foot upon the moon in 1969, it was the end result of an effort that involved several years, billions of dollars, and hundreds of thousands of…

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Hidden Heroes: The Human Computers of NASA

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In the 1960s, NASA relied on human computers, skilled women who did calculations by hand. While astronauts and their accomplishments were well known, human computers often worked behind the scenes…

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The Charlottesville Protests

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The Charlottesville Protests delves into the eruption of violence that occurred in Charlottesville, Virginia, in August 2017. It also examines the racial strife that’s plagued the United States for decades…

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Fighting Stereotypes in Sports

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Fighting Stereotypes in Sports delves into common stereotypes in sports, especially the sports or positions that are typically played by a certain race. It also examines the effects when the…

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Blacks in Paris: African American Culture in Europe

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After World War I, many African Americans found a welcoming home in Paris while the fight for civil rights continued in the United States. African American soldiers, writers, performers, and…

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The Birth of Hip-HOP

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The hip-hop movement began with a party in 1973. Musicians, dancers, and artists were a part of the hip-hop movement. The Birth of Hip-Hop explores the history of this movement…

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The Impact of Slavery in America

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Explores the present-day repercussions of slavery on US society, including in housing, education, health care, and the justice system.

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The Making of Motown

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Motown music emerged in the United States in the 1960s, launching the careers of many African American musicians and shaping culture and society during the American civil rights movement. This…

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The Scottsboro Boys

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris,Tom Head

In 1931, nine black teenagers were arrested in Alabama. The young men were accused of crimes they did not commit, including rape. This unjust arrest led to years of imprisonment…

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The Story of the Black National Anthem

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Anthems, or songs of hope and praise, can help support communities through difficult times. Throughout the 1900s, the song Lift Every Voice and Sing evolved into an anthem for black…

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Daisy Bates and the Little Rock Nine

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In 1954, segregation in public schools was banned. But the road to desegregate American schools was long and difficult. Activist Daisy Bates helped nine black students integrate Little Rock Central…

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The Impact of Black Churches: On the Civil Rights Movement

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During the civil rights movement, Black churches were places of hope and refuge. Many Black religious leaders were also civil rights activists. [This book] explores the history of Black churches…

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Your Personalized Internet

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris

These days it’s become easier than ever to customize social media feeds to include only information you think is relevant to your interests. But is that necessarily a positive development…

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Freedom of the Press

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris,Kari A. Cornell

This volume examines the Freedom of the Press, a component of the 1st Amendment through examples and with historical context.

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How Journalists Work

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Every day throughout the world, people watch newscasts, read newspapers, and consume news online. But what goes into producing that news? How Journalists Work goes behind the scenes to give…

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The Indian Removal Act: And the Trail of Tears

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In the early 1800s, white Americans sought out more lands. The 1830 Indian Removal Act allowed the US government to trade lands with Native Americans. But officials often forcibly removed…

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John Lewis: Civil Rights Leader and Congressman

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John Lewis is an influential African American politician who played a key role in the civil rights movement. He raised awareness of racial discrimination and violence in the 1960s. This…

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Ruby Bridges and the Desegregation of American Schools

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In 1960, six-year-old Ruby Bridges walked into William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans, Louisiana. She became the first black student to attend the previously all-white school. This event paved…

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The Great Migration

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris,Kate Conley

Between 1916 and 1970, more than 6 million African Americans migrated from the South to the North. They wanted to escape racial violence in the South. This mass movement of…

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Capital Punishment

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Examines all aspects of capital punishment in the United States, and discusses the history behind the death penalty in the United States, plus varying opinions about the ethics of capital…

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Employment, Race, and the Law

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This title looks at legislation that has helped battle employment discrimination, as well as race-based discrimination at work today –Provided by publisher.

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Dennis Banks and Russell Means: Native American Activists

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In the 1960s and 1970s, Dennis Banks and Russell Means helped lead the fight for Native civil rights. They organized protests and asked the US government to stop mistreating Native…

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The Chinese Exclusion Act: And its Relevance Today

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In the late 1800s, racial tensions between white and Chinese Americans were high. The US government passed the Chinese Exclusion Act in 1882. This act restricted immigration from China.The Chinese…

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Fannie Lou Hamer: Civil Rights Activist

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris,Marne Ventura

Fannie Lou Hamer was an influential African American activist in the 1960s and 1970s. She fought for African Americans’ civil rights, including the right to vote. Fannie Lou Hamer: Civil…

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Harriet Robinson Scott: From the Frontier to Freedom

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Harriet Robinson Scott was an enslaved woman who fought for her right to freedom. Harriet and her husband, Dred Scott, sued their slaveholder. They brought their case all the way…

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Advertising Overload

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Media outlets rely on advertising for financial support, but in many cases it’s becoming more difficult to determine where the news ends and advertising begins. Advertising Overload takes a closer…

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The Discovery of the Polio Vaccine

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The discovery of a vaccine for polio in the 1950s has prevented millions of cases of this severe paralyzing disease. The Discovery of the Polio Vaccine examines this historic advance…

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Rosa Parks Stays Seated

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris,Heather C. Hudak

When black bus rider Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white passenger in 1955, she helped ignite a civil rights struggle across the country. This book…

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Uncovering Bias in the News

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris

[This title] looks at the ways in which multiple media outlets ca n cover the same story in vastly different ways, the reasons for these differences, and how to recognize…

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Calvin Spann: Daring Fighter Pilot

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Calvin Spann was a fighter pilot during World War II, when the US military was segregated. He fought with the African American flying force the Tuskegee Airmen. Calvin Spann: Daring…

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Russian Hacking in American Elections

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris,Marcia Amidon Lusted

Russian Hacking in American Elections explains how Russia meddled in the 2016 presidential election. It also discusses the response from the United States and the investigation into the events while…

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Ida Wells: Journalist and Activist

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris,Samantha S. Bell

In the late 1800s and early 1900s, thousands of African Americans were lynched in the United States. Journalist and activist Ida Wells documented these lynchings. Her work brought attention to…

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The Thirteenth Amendment and its Legacy

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The Thirteenth Amendment was passed after the end of American Civil War. It was meant to abolish slavery, but there was a loophole. The amendment allowed slavery as a form…

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March Fong Eu: Activist and Politician

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris

March Fong Eu was the first Asian American woman to serve as California’s secretary of state. As a politician, she supported women’s rights and many other causes. This book explores…

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The 1924 Immigration Act: And its Relevance Today

Duchess, Ph.D. Harris

Throughout US history, many immigrant groups have faced discrimination. This has sometimes led to laws that restrict immigration. The 1924 Immigration Act limited immigration from eastern and southern Europe. [This…

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Two Bloody Sundays: Civil Rights in America and Ireland

Women’s Suffrage

Barack Obama is Elected President

The March on Washington and its Legacy

Environmental Protests

The Fake News Phenomenon

The Grand Contraband Camp

Oney Judge: Escape from Slavery and the President’s House

Carol Moseley Braun: Politician and Leader

Loving V. Virginia

Richard Wright: Author and World Traveler

Aretha Franklin: Legendary Singer

Eleanor Roosevelt Champions Women’s Rights

The First Moon Landing

Hidden Heroes: The Human Computers of NASA

The Charlottesville Protests

Fighting Stereotypes in Sports

Blacks in Paris: African American Culture in Europe

The Birth of Hip-HOP

The Impact of Slavery in America

The Making of Motown

The Scottsboro Boys

The Story of the Black National Anthem

Daisy Bates and the Little Rock Nine

The Impact of Black Churches: On the Civil Rights Movement

Your Personalized Internet

Freedom of the Press

How Journalists Work

The Indian Removal Act: And the Trail of Tears

John Lewis: Civil Rights Leader and Congressman

Ruby Bridges and the Desegregation of American Schools

The Great Migration

Capital Punishment

Employment, Race, and the Law

Dennis Banks and Russell Means: Native American Activists

The Chinese Exclusion Act: And its Relevance Today

Fannie Lou Hamer: Civil Rights Activist

Harriet Robinson Scott: From the Frontier to Freedom

Advertising Overload

The Discovery of the Polio Vaccine

Rosa Parks Stays Seated

Uncovering Bias in the News

Calvin Spann: Daring Fighter Pilot

Russian Hacking in American Elections

Ida Wells: Journalist and Activist

The Thirteenth Amendment and its Legacy

March Fong Eu: Activist and Politician

The 1924 Immigration Act: And its Relevance Today

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