The Congressional Black Caucus: Racial Politics in the Us Congress
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Book Overview
The history and influence of the Congressional Black Caucus is the theme of this book. The author demonstrates that the organization has successfully articulated the concerns of African Americans, but has only had a marginal impact on public policy. He shows that the increased membership of the Caucus has added considerable internal obstacles to the ever present external obstacles which have always constrained their power.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0761902805
ISBN13:9780761902805
Release Date:August 1997
Publisher:Sage Publications, Inc
Length:256 Pages
Weight:0.96 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"
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Marginalised
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
A sharp and overall critical view of the Congressional Black Caucus. Singh describes its history as a by-now well established caucus. While formally non-partisan, it has been strongly Democratic, with only an occasionaly Republican member.Singh goes into the group's strategies and their effectiveness. In the context of the overall Federal legislature, the CBC has had limited effect. Singh argues that in large part, their policies were far to the left of most members, even Democrats. This has led to them being marginalised on many issues.He maintains a dispassionate tone over these events. He does not advocate or oppose any particular action by the CBC. Rather, he focuses on how that action came to being, and its effects.
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