By 1963, the African American community's demand for equality could not be ignored. Following the 1954 Supreme Court decision to desegregate schools, those who were oppressed took their place at lunch... This description may be from another edition of this product.
As the co-author and primary photojournalist of "Washington, D.C. 1963-2006", I am particulary humbled by the great support this book of positive images has received. This book is also a look into the life of a native Washingtonian whose self image was shaped by family but also by the work of photojournalists like Jet Magazine's Maurice Sorrell, the legendary James Van Derzee and Gordon Parks, Sr. The book also confirms the talents and commitment of it's co-author Tracey Gold Bennett who is committed to our children and the positive history they need to know about. It's history worth embracing. Thank you! Ronald G. Baker
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