Between the 1950s and 1970s, Black Power coalesced as activists advocated a more oppositional approach to fighting racial oppression, emphasizing racial pride, asserting black political, cultural, and economic autonomy, and challenging white power. In Concrete Demands, Rhonda Y. Williams provides a rich, deeply researched history that sheds new light on this important social and political movement, and shows that the era of expansive Black Power politics that emerged in the 1960s had long roots and diverse trajectories within the 20th century. Looking at the struggle from the grassroots level, Williams highlights the role of ordinary people as well as more famous historical actors, and demonstrates that women activists were central to Black Power. Vivid and highly readable, Concrete Demands is a perfect introduction to Black Power in the twentieth century for anyone interested in the history of black liberation movements.

The past fifteen years have seen renewed interest in the civil rights movement. Television documentaries, films and books have brought the struggles into our homes and classrooms once again. New evidence in older criminal cases demands that the judicial system reconsider the accuracy of investigations and legal decisions. Racial profiling, affirmative action, voting districting, and school voucher programs keep civil rights on the front burner in the political arena. In light of this, there are very few resources for teaching the civil rights at university level. This timely and invaluable book fills this gap.

Between the 1950s and 1970s, Black Power coalesced as activists advocated a more oppositional approach to fighting racial oppression, emphasizing racial pride, asserting black political, cultural, and economic autonomy, and challenging white power. In Concrete Demands, Rhonda Y. Williams provides a rich, deeply researched history that sheds new light on this important social and political movement, and shows that the era of expansive Black Power politics that emerged in the 1960s had long roots and diverse trajectories within the 20th century. Looking at the struggle from the grassroots level, Williams highlights the role of ordinary people as well as more famous historical actors, and demonstrates that women activists were central to Black Power. Vivid and highly readable, Concrete Demands is a perfect introduction to Black Power in the twentieth century for anyone interested in the history of black liberation movements.

The president of the United States of America has always been considered the "most powerful man in the free world." Barack Obama has been the Commander-in-Chief over three wars; ending international conflict; eliminating international terrorists, resulting in a safer environment for much of the world. Reportedly, he was responsible for handling more major catastrophes than any president in recent years. Obama has provided health care for millions of Americans who previously did not have benefits; helped millions who were out of work by extending unemployment benefits. He took on the challenge of foreclosure and other homeowner issues, education, predatory credit card reform and other benefits (some unprecedented). He stepped into office during a recession and skillfully navigated the country out of danger and into a challenging economic recovery. This book contains: Accomplishments, victories and bills introduced or revised (with many listed benefits), which have been signed into law by President Barack Obama. Selected speeches of President Obama (complete and unedited). The truth about the unemployment rates. If you believe unemployment is high due to Obama's policies, think again The real reason for high unemployment, as recently spoken by one of America's most successful and respected, corporate businessmen. Facts that repudiate Republican, Conservative and Tea Party catastrophic claims such as, President Obama is destroying the county. ... and much more

The president of the United States of America has always been considered the "most powerful man in the free world." Barack Obama has been the Commander-in-Chief over three wars; ending international conflict; eliminating international terrorists, resulting in a safer environment for much of the world. Reportedly, he was responsible for handling more major catastrophes than any president in recent years. Obama has provided health care for millions of Americans who previously did not have benefits; helped millions who were out of work by extending unemployment benefits. He took on the challenge of foreclosure and other homeowner issues, education, predatory credit card reform and other benefits (some unprecedented). He stepped into office during a recession and skillfully navigated the country out of danger and into a challenging economic recovery. This book contains: Accomplishments, victories and bills introduced or revised (with many listed benefits), which have been signed into law by President Barack Obama. Selected speeches of President Obama (complete and unedited). The truth about the unemployment rates. If you believe unemployment is high due to Obama's policies, think again The real reason for high unemployment, as recently spoken by one of America's most successful and respected, corporate businessmen. Facts that repudiate Republican, Conservative and Tea Party catastrophic claims such as, President Obama is destroying the county. ... and much more