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“It is not safe in the republican form of government that clannishness should exist either by compulsory or voluntary reason. It is not good for the government and it is not good for the individual.”

Quote by Timothy Thomas Fortune

Book:Black and White: Land, Labor, and Politics in the South

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Black and White: Land, Labor, and Politics in the South

Black and White: Land, Labor, and Politics in the South delves into the complex interplay between land use, labor practices, and political structures in the Southern region of the United States. The book examines the historical context and the impact of these factors on the social and economic landscape of the South. more

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Timothy Thomas Fortune

Timothy Thomas Fortune was an American journalist, editor, and civil rights activist. Born on October 3, 1856, and died on June 2, 1928, Fortune played a significant role in the American press and civil rights movement. He founded the first national newspaper for African Americans, The Crisis, and made significant contributions to the civil rights and social justice movements of his time. more

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Book:Black and White: Land, Labor, and Politics in the South

Source: Black and White: Land, Labor, and Politics in the South

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