African American Politics (Hardcover, Revised)

African-American Politics is a cutting-edge introduction to the political successes, failures, and persistent challenges of African-American political participation in the United States. Exploring both historic and present day political phenomena, the book draws on a wide range of sources, including U.S. Census data, Gallup Polls, landmark court opinions, speeches and first-hand interviews to provide the reader with a comprehensive and up-to-the-minute analysis of what often appear to be "irreconcilable differences" between the American political system and one of its most historically subjugated constituency groups. Amongst the key topics covered are: symbolic versus substantive politics the impact of race on socio-economic status the post -Civil Rights leadership vacuum the rise of Black Conservatism and "New Black Politics" the political significance of Black Mega-Churches the emergence of "Hip Hop" as an alternative political voice the future of African - American Politics This book will be essential reading for students of American and minority politics, African - American studies and related disciplines. It will serve as a catalyst for dialogue for anyone interested in the role of African Americans in contemporary US political life. For more information and resources visit the accompanying series website: www.politybooks.com/minoritypol

General

Imprint:	Polity Press
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	November 2009
First published:	2010
Authors:	K. King
Dimensions:	263 x 185 x 22mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	288
Edition:	Revised
ISBN-13:	978-0-7456-3280-3
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > General Promotions
LSN:	0-7456-3280-7
Barcode:	9780745632803

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