From Slave to State Legislator: John W. E. Thomas, Illinois' First African American Lawmaker
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As the first African American elected to the Illinois general assembly, John W. E. Thomas was the recognized leader of the state's African American community for nearly twenty years and laid the groundwork for the success of future black leaders in Chicago politics. Despite his key role in the passage of Illinois' first civil rights act and his commitment to improving his community against steep personal and political barriers, Thomas's life and career...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0809338920
ISBN13:9780809338924
Release Date:November 2022
Publisher:Southern Illinois University Press
Length:290 Pages
Weight:0.90 lbs.
Dimensions:0.9" x 5.9" x 8.9"
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