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Public Housing's Segregated Roots
- Public housing in Atlanta was explicitly segregated by race, with the first development, Techwood Homes, being all-white.
- This segregation reflected broader political and social constraints like the white primary that suppressed Black political power.
Political Marginalization of Black Atlanta
- Black Atlanta was politically marginalized, residing on less land and receiving fewer city services.
- The white primary denied Black voters power, making their neighborhoods neglected.
Understanding Political Deviance
- The term 'political deviance' describes marginalized groups overlooked by politicians because of limited voting engagement.
- Such groups include the unemployed, substance abusers, and single mothers, leading to underrepresentation.