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Oppression Of African Americans During The 1930s To The 1950's

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During the 1930s to the 1950s, the struggle against racism and white supremacy shaped the lives of black culture. African Americans during this time wanted to become a source of strength and assert themselves within the American society. The constant defeat and reject of a white supremacy race has caused many barriers for black culture. Blacks were faced with a negative image that stereotype them as lazy, dumb, and promiscuous. This perception from white people has caused blacks to be rejected as a race, which challenged then to take a stance against negative distortion and help built a better community.
As African Americans drove a small wedge into racial segregation and discrimination, many took notice. Black American artists wanted to confront
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