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Sundown Towns: A Hidden Dimension of American Racism

James Loewen talked about his book Sundown Towns: A Hidden Dimension of American Racism, published by New Press. The book chronicled the hi… read more

James Loewen talked about his book Sundown Towns: A Hidden Dimension of American Racism, published by New Press. The book chronicled the history of towns and neighborhood that were closed to African-Americans. The author pointed out that most of these towns outside of the traditional South in the states of Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, Missouri, Pennsylvania, and Indiana. Professor Loewen explained that “Sundown Towns” used policemen, fire, bricks, and signs to force blacks out of the suburbs and into the ghettos. He asserted that although the tactics to exclude blacks may not be as blatant, these towns are still very much in existence. Following his presentation, Professor Loewen responded to questions and comments from members of the audience. close

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Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Nov 27, 2005 | 8:00am EST | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Jan 22, 2006 | 4:30am EST | C-SPAN 2

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  • Nov 27, 2005 | 8:00am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Jan 22, 2006 | 4:30am EST | C-SPAN 2
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