The Disfranchisement of the Negro by John L. Love

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Author Love, John L.
LoC No. 09021947
Title The Disfranchisement of the Negro
The American Negro Academy. Occasional Papers No. 6
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Summary "The Disfranchisement of the Negro" by John L. Love is a political treatise written in the late 19th century, specifically published in 1899. This book serves as a critical examination of the legal, social, and political barriers that systematically disenfranchise African Americans in the post-Reconstruction South. Through passionate rhetoric and historical analysis, Love sheds light on the persistent struggles faced by the Negro population in their quest for political equality and civil rights. In this work, Love discusses the historical context leading to the disenfranchisement of Black Americans, emphasizing how the legacy of slavery and racism continues to manifest in the legal frameworks of southern states. He details the various laws and constitutional amendments designed to suppress Negro voting rights, employing case studies from states like Mississippi and South Carolina to illustrate the calculated efforts by white political elites to maintain control and perpetuate inequality. Love argues that this assault on political rights is not merely a reactionary measure but reflects a deeper animus rooted in the past, posing a profound threat to the fabric of democracy itself. Ultimately, he appeals for recognition and action against these injustices, positioning the rights of the Negro as essential to the nation's moral and political integrity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
Subject United States -- Politics and government
Subject African Americans -- Suffrage
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EBook-No. 31333
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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