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Ep. 194 Corey Brettschneider, "The Presidents and the People"

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Wilson, Activism, and Racial Justice

This chapter examines Woodrow Wilson's modernization of white supremacy policies, focusing on his nationalist ideology and its segregationist implications. It discusses the reactions of early civil rights activists and the influence of significant events, like the Isaac Woodard incident, on presidential views of racial justice, particularly during Truman's administration. The chapter emphasizes the importance of historical activism and legal advocacy in challenging systemic racism and shaping constitutional equality.

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