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Out of SC/Black Migration 1916-17 A 15 page research paper that examines the Great Migration of 1916-1919 when a huge number of African-Americans left the South for better economic opportunities in the North. The writer focuses particularly on the experiences of the state of South Carolina. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

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Social Work Strategies for African American Families with Non-Custodial Fathers Nonresident or absentee African American fathers' involvement in their children's lives are significantly influenced by several factors. These include the relationships with the children's mothers, work schedules, multiple sets of children, and physical proximity. This 12 page paper sets forth different strategies that may well be implemented for each of the levels. Concerning the problematic issue of the inclusion of the non-custodial father in African American families, these levels would include organizational, community, family and individual. The core philosophy of all of the strategies is a family focused model that is compatible with the current social policies and philosophies surrounding social services. In all instances, the social worker's role is seen as teacher and facilitator in empowering the people impacted by the presented paradigm. Bibliography lists 19 sources.

3.	African - Americans in American Politics A comprehensive, analytical 20 page discussion of the role that African-Americans have played in U.S. sociopolitics. Concepts such as Black nationalism (among others) and multiculturalism are explored. Bibliography lists at least 15 sources.

4.	An Africana Philosophy ? A 5 page, comprehensive essay discussing whether or not it is possible to have a unified "Africana philosophy" in a world where African-Americans have been so greatly dispersed. No Bibliography.

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Deracialization in Black Politics A 5 page analysis of the political strategy of deracialization as it is used in black political campaigns. This term refers to the refers to the conduction of a political campaign by a black candidate in which racial issues and themes are minimized thereby appealing to more white voters. The writer discusses the implications of this strategy and its relationship to traditional black politics. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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Negritude 5 pages in length. The social, cultural and political events that helped to shape the concept of Negritude for Leopold Sedar Senghor, Leon Damas and Aime Cesaire were vast and far-reaching when it came to sculpting their individual interpretations of the word. In short, the birth of Negritude was the birth of Black Consciousness and the Harlem Renaissance, which was hastened by the need for the African community to be recognized for its beneficial and inherent contributions. Spawning a significant literary movement in the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s comprised of French-speaking African and Caribbean writers, Negritude opened up an entirely different view of blacks that had never before been considered. The writer discusses what Negritude represented to the individual writers. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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The Harlem Renaissance and the Cult of 'Passing' A 5 page paper connecting the prevalence of the theme of black people 'passing' for white in the 1920s with the way black literature emulated white modernism during the same period. The paper concludes that in both cases, white culture was seen as superior and desirable. Both a bibliography listing seven sources and endnotes are appended to the paper.

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Josephine Baker & Diana Ross - Divas of Harlem's History A 7 page paper that compares Josephine Baker and Diana Ross and the contribution that each has made to the advancement of African American music. Included is a discussion of the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s and 1930s and the effect this era had on black entertainment. Also included is a brief history of the changes that have shaped African American music from the time of the Harlem Renaissance to the present. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

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Origins and Evolution of Black Politics and the Enlightenment's Project of Modernity This 5 page report discusses the parallels between the origins and evolution of Black politics and the Enlightenment's project of modernity. The shift from 'modernity' to 'post-modernity' has been duplicated in the process that resulted in the development of modern politics for the African American community in the United States. Parallels between the emergence of Black politics in the U.S. and the entire process of 'modern' thinking actually can be compared to the development of the 'Enlightenment' of earlier centuries and its focus on 'modernity.' Bibliography lists 5 sources.

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Origins and Evolution of Black Politics and the Enlightenment's Project of Modernity This 7 page report discusses the parallels between the origins and evolution of Black politics and the Enlightenment's project of modernity. The shift from 'modernity' to 'post-modernity' has been duplicated in the process that resulted in the development of modern politics for the African American community in the United States. Parallels between the emergence of Black politics in the U.S. and the entire process of 'modern' thinking actually can be compared to the development of the 'Enlightenment' of earlier centuries and its focus on 'modernity.' Bibliography lists 5 sources.

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African-Americans & Irish Americans/Views A 15 page research paper on the reasons why African-Americans and Irish-Americans each have different, opposing views of Affirmative Action in the United States. The writer finds that their different backgrounds in this country (i.e. slavery vs. immigration) are the apparent reasons. Paper is pro-affirmative action -- Bibliography lists 12 comprehensive sources.

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Affects Of Racial Stereotypes On Society 5 pages in length. Society has been struggling to overcome centuries of racism, racial conflicts and racial polarization. There is virtually no segment of society that is not affected by racial stereotypes, which are oversimplified or mistaken attitudes, opinions or judgments. From school children to the workplace, from the entertainment industry to the sports world, racial stereotypes are an integral part of society's framework. Indeed, a perfect society would reflect an attitude of equality -- rather than one of segregation -- toward the myriad ethnicities that exist in today's world; however, as much as humanity has moved away from racism, there have been just as many issues that have stalled its continuation. The writer discusses how racial stereotypes affect society. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

13.	Social Stratification This 5 page paper looks at the concept and defines social class in a variety of ways. Sociological points of view are employed as well. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

14.	Sociological Perspectives This 5 page paper takes a look at society through three points of view in sociology. The perspectives explored are functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic interactionism. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

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The Autobiography Of An Ex-Colored Man By James Weldon Johnson In 5 pages the author discusses 'The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man' by James Weldon Johnson. The author attempts to show how 'passing' is destructive in that it prevents the narrator from finding his identity. He does not know if he belongs in the category of black or white. No additional sources cited.

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Why People Support Affirmative Action A 15 page paper presenting a literature review and an abbreviated survey-based research seeking attitudes and reasons why Affirmative Action policies appear to be ingrained forever in our society. Research findings indicate that while individuals, both African American and white, believe that the very program tends to extend racial discrimination rather than alleviate it, none wants to be accused of being either 'racist' or uncaring regarding the fate of others. The sample is a limited number of women equally divided according to race; the findings indicate that further research is warranted. Bibliography lists 16 sources.

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An Overview of Affirmative Action This 11 page report discusses the history of affirmative action, the arguments surrounding it and possible solutions to some of the conflicts attached to the issue. The report also emphasizes the employment opportunities and lack thereof for African Americans that was a major factor in the development and support of affirmative action programs. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

18.	Affirmative Action / Do We Really Need It ? A 16 page exploration of three decades of Affirmative Action policies. Includes the pro's and con's of Affirmative Action and an examination of current public sentiment towards these policies. Bibliography lists several sources.

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Origins & History Of Affirmative Action A 10 page paper discussing the origins of affirmative action, how it has changed and why it has changed to incorporate women, various minorities other than African Americans, and the disabled. A section discussing the history of affirmative action as it originally pertained to the African Americans is discussed followed by a section which detail some of the particulars involved within different considerations such as the disabled. Essentially, affirmative action is an issue which, while originally addressing the needs of the African American, is necessary for all minorities and such the program and the initiatives that have been a result of the affirmative action are a natural progression in furthering protection of minorities. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

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Affirmative Action A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the issues regarding Affirmative Action as presented by two different authors, liberal economist Barbara Bergmann ('In Defense of Affirmative Action') and conservative historian Thomas Sowell ('Civil Rights: Rhetoric or Reality'). This paper demonstrates the complexity of the issues related to the Affirmative Action debate. No additional sources cited.

21.	Affirmative Action # 3 This 4 page paper argues against affirmative action programs, with particular reference to 1996 legislation that sparked recent controversy. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

22.	Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment In 5 pages, the author discusses affirmative action and equal opportunity employment. Examples of both policies are discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

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Richard Rodriguez on Affirmative Action A 4 page research paper that looks specifically at Rodriguez's autobiography, Hunger of Memory, in order to analyze his opinions on affirmative action. Rodriguez has a unique ability to see minority issues from a slightly different perspective. This perspective is enlightening even if one does not agree with his conclusions. For instance, Rodriguez is opposed to affirmative action even though he admits that such social action programs benefited him throughout his academic career. The writer demonstrates that it is Rodriguez's views on class inequality rather then racial inequality that is at the basis of his philosophy. Quotations from the source. Bibiliography lists book itself as only source.

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Affirmative Action Has Always Existed For Whites In America 3 pages in length. The American white race has always been afforded the benefits of affirmative action, which has not set well with those of other ethnic backgrounds. Without having been formally established, this unwritten Caucasian preference has not only established a significant separation between and among the races, but it has also created deep-seated resentment from the African-American point of view. The writer discusses how Ellis Cose's book entitled 'The Rage Of A Privileged Class' directly addresses these issues in such a way as to point out the considerable discrepancies with regard to Caucasian preferential treatment. No additional sources cited.

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Racial Discrimination in the Workplace / Do We Still Need Affirmative Action ? A 9 page research paper examining the continued need for Affirmative Action policies instituted in the 1960's. Some authors state that American minorities still need Affirmative Action's protection; some state that we have moved beyond the quota system and that Affirmative Action has outlived its usefulness; and at least one maintains that the quota system was illegal from the outset and was never supposed to have been an issue. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

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Reverse Discrimination / A Black Perspective An 8 page overview of the effects of Affirmative Action and the resulting phenomena of reverse discrimination. Concludes that although reverse discrimination does sometimes occur, it alone is not reason to abolish Affirmative Action policies. Bibliography lists ten sources.

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African-Americans & Racism A 10 page paper that demonstrates the processes that fhave led to an increase in institutional racism rather than a decrease. The writer suggests that the decline of Affirmative Action over the past few years has led to increased support for racial inequities and demonstrated the lack of equality in housing, employment and educational opportunities for many Blacks. Bilbiography lists 8 sources.

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Colonial Racism A 5 page paper which discusses the origins of racism in colonial times. The majority of the power that lies behind issues of racism in the colonial times stems from issues of labor and capitalism, if nothing else. The more powerful Europeans needed labor for all their endeavors and the dark skinned individuals were easier to control, both religiously and physically, in the areas of rationalizing and identifying. It was natural for the colonialists to see people they owned as inferior and the fact that they were dark skinned made them easier to identify as inferior and thereby creating issues of racism. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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Does Race Exist? A 5 page paper which argues that race does not exist. There is absolutely no physical or biological proof that race exists, and isn't the issue of race a biological one which states that one ethnic group is far different than another? Far too many people today are a vast mixture of many different ethnic backgrounds, and as such, there is little proof that there ever was anything valid in the racial assumptions. Race, for the most part, involves categorizing individuals based on physical structure, hair styles, clothes, and language. The literature provided illustrates that there is no proof that race, in the true sense of the word, exists. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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Economical and Political Race Issues in America Today A 5 page paper which discusses the different types of economical and political concerns which illustrate that race is still a big issue in this country. Economically it seems as though each and every study conducted, illustrates how far we are from becoming an equal society in relationship to issues of race and ethnicity. Although we live in a society that demands politically correctness, we also live in a world where we keep away from different ethnic groups in the political as well as the economic arena. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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