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City Son: Andrew W. Cooper's Impact on ModernDay Brooklyn (Margaret Walker Alexander Series in African American Studies),Used
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In 1966, a year after the Voting Rights Act began liberating millions of southern blacks, New Yorkers challenged a political system that weakened their voting power. Andrew W. Cooper (19272002), a beer company employee, sued state officials in a case called Cooper vs. Power. In 1968, the courts agreed that black citizens were denied the right to elect an authentic representative of their community. The 12th Congressional District was redrawn. Shirley Chisholm, a member of Cooper's political club, ran for the new seat and made history as the first black woman elected to Congress.Cooper became a journalist, a political columnist, then founder of Trans Urban News Service and the City Sun, a feisty Brooklynbased weekly that published from 1984 to 1996. Whether the stories were about Mayor Koch or Rev. Al Sharpton, Howard Beach or Crown Heights, Tawana Brawley's dubious rape allegations, the Daily News Four trial, or Spike Lee's filmmaking career, Cooper's City Sun commanded attention and moved officials and readers to action.Cooper's leadership also gave Brooklynparticularly predominantly black central Brooklynan identity. It is no accident that in the twentyfirst century the borough crackles with energy. Cooper fought tirelessly for the community's vitality when it was virtually abandoned by the civic and business establishments in the midtolate twentieth century. In addition, scores of journalists trained by Cooper are keeping his spirit alive.
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- Q: What is the central theme of 'City Son'? A: 'City Son' explores Andrew W. Cooper's impact on Brooklyn's political landscape, particularly in advocating for black representation and community empowerment during the late 20th century.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Wayne Dawkins.
- Q: When was 'City Son' published? A: 'City Son' was published on July 2, 2012.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'City Son' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'City Son' have? A: 'City Son' contains a total of 364 pages.
- Q: Is 'City Son' part of a series? A: Yes, 'City Son' is part of the Margaret Walker Alexander Series in African American Studies.
- Q: What topics does 'City Son' cover? A: 'City Son' covers topics such as civil rights, political activism, and the role of media in shaping community identity in Brooklyn.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, 'City Son' is suitable for academic research, especially in the fields of African American studies, political science, and journalism.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is sold in new condition.
- Q: Does 'City Son' include illustrations? A: Yes, 'City Son' is an illustrated edition.