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Article: African-Americans and American Foreign Policy: "Voices in the Wilderness: The Role and Influences of African-American Citizens in the Development and Formation of Foreign Policy 1919-1944"
- Article from:
- The Journal of Pan African Studies (Online)
- Article date:
- June 1, 2007
- Author:
CopyrightCopyright Itabari Zulu Jun 2007. Provided by ProQuest LLC. (Hide copyright information)
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Abstract
This paper will demonstrate that African-Americans did articulate their concerns regarding American policy formation, to become more than voices in the wilderness. African-Americans mobilized and demanded that their issues be reflected in American foreign policy decisions. Blacks understood global issues and created linkages with people of color throughout the world to gain insight and allies in the struggle for equal rights. Whether the influence came from civic organizations, religious institutions or charismatic leaders, the African-American voice has not been silent in articulating their views on how foreign policy should be created. African-Americans also made recommendations ...