james w. loewen (jim). sundown towns and what to do about them
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• When [1890-1968, peak year 1970]
• Where [throughout US, except the traditional South]
• How many [in many states, a majority of all towns]
What is to be Done?
• Require admission.
• Require apology.
• Require changed practice.
• Require results.
• Or remove federal housing!
• “Residents Rights Act”
Confirm a town•Start with census, incl. “manuscript census.” Trace former black residents.•Read printed town and county histories.•Do oral history: “experts,” genealogists, old folks. Ask: “how do you know this?” etc.•Confirm with newspapers, land records, if you can.•Tell me! [email protected]. Cause change!