Presidential Power and the Fight for Equality

This chapter explores the complexities of presidential power, illustrating leaders who made unpopular decisions for the sake of democratic principles and virtue. It emphasizes the historical roles of figures like Abigail Adams and Frederick Douglass, whose influences shaped the interpretation of the Constitution and civil rights. Additionally, it examines the dark legacy of Woodrow Wilson, contrasting his presidency's impact on racial dynamics with the efforts of civil rights advocates like Ida B. Wells.