Vanguard
How Black Women Broke Barriers, Won the Vote, and Insisted on Equality for All
by:
Martha S. Jones
in:
U.S. History
Summary:
The book chronicles the history of African American women's political activism and leadership in the fight for voting rights and racial equality, from the early 19th century through the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. It highlights the stories of pioneering black women who challenged both racism and sexism, and played a crucial role in shaping American democracy.
Key points:
1. Intersectionality in Suffrage:
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