No Small Thing: The 1963 Mississippi Freedom Vote.

Autor: Kyle III, Francis
Zdroj: New England Journal of History; Spring2024, Vol. 80 Issue 2, p156-164, 9p
Abstrakt: The article discusses the 1963 Mississippi Freedom Vote, an unofficial campaign that aimed to demonstrate the political participation of Black citizens in the electoral process. It explores the rhetorical methods used in the campaign and its impact on civil rights legislation. The article also provides historical context and examines key events leading up to the campaign. The given text is a review of the book "No Small Thing: The 1963 Mississippi Freedom Vote" by Janice D. Lawson, which offers a detailed analysis of the campaign's visual rhetoric, branding, and impact. The review praises the book's thorough research, attention to detail, and interdisciplinary approach, recommending it to readers interested in U.S. history and social change. [Extracted from the article]
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