1976-11-06
This article describes the influential role that Rep. Andrew Young and the "Black Atlanta Connection" played in securing Jimmy Carter's election as President of the United States, with prominent Georgians and other figures supporting Carter's campaign through their political power, personal integrity, and outreach efforts to African American communities. 2 pages.
Voter registration, Voting, Political participation, African American civic leaders, African American mayors
Voter Education Project Organizational Records
1976-11-03
This article discusses the upcoming 1976 US elections and the importance of Black voter turnout, as well as the number of Black candidates running for various positions, with the expectation that the 17 Black representatives in the House will retain their seats, but expanding that number seems unlikely. 1 page.
Voter registration, Voting, Political participation
Voter Education Project Organizational Records
1976-10-27
Newspaper article regarding the Democratic Party's hopes that minority voters would turn out in large numbers to help Jimmy Carter win the election. However, there was a decline in Black voter participation in previous years. The Carter campaign worked hard to register and get out the vote among minority voters, but success was not guaranteed. 1 page.
Political participation, African Americans--Civil rights, Voter registration, African Americans--Politics and government, Presidents
Voter Education Project Organizational Records