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The Civil Rights Act of 1964 irrevocably reshaped American history. This landmark piece of legislation was intended to set the stage for a country free of discrimination and answer's to the growing demands for equal rights of African Americans. Even though it has been more than four decades since this act was passed, there is still much room left for improvement and major changes. In Why Are Afro-Americans Afraid To Take Off The Blinders, Author Corky Johnson combines historical and personal experiences and observations to provide a thought provoking study of the present conditions of African Americans. Johnson's book is more than just a searing social commentary and an expose' of current problems in areas like politics and the education system; it is a relevant compendium of America's history of racism and slavery. In it, the author expresses his discontent at the stagnation of his fellowmen and women while exposing some of the possible reasons why this is the case today. Corky Johnson also raises essential questions on the nature of justice, truth, equality and patriotism while daring readers to confront their own prejudices and do what is necessary to change the present realities. Timely and necessary, Why Are Afro-Americans Afraid To Take Off The Blinders is one man's valiant effort to give voice to millions of people who are still clinging onto the hope for a world of equal rights and opportunities. It is also a wakeup call for others to take a stand and begin the long yet rewarding journey of freedom, change and reform.
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About the Author:
Corky Johnson was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey. A Graduate from West Side High School in Newark and a Graduate from Wilberforce University, one of the nation's oldest privately owned historical black colleges, with a BA degree in Business Administration & Computer Science. In addition, Corky holds an associate degree in Networking Management and is a long standing member of Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship Inc.
Corky's professional experiences has been a lifelong process of working with:
US ARMY, FINANCE & ACCOUNTING CENTER AS A COMPUTER SCHEDULER
INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE AS A COMPUTER TECHNICIAN
DUDLEY PRODUCTS INC. AS A REGIONAL SALES MANAGER
PITTSBURGH DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AS THE 1ST AFRO-AMERICAN SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
THE LATE CONGRESSMAN DONALD M. PAYNE(1ST AFRO-AMERICAN CONGRESSMAN IN THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY) AS SPECIAL STAFF ASSISTANT, DIRECTOR OF CASE WORK OPERATIONS, AND CHIEF OF STAFF FOR ASSEMBLYWOMAN ODALINE TRUITT, SPECIAL REQUEST BY CONGRESSMAN PAYNE.
Corky Johnson currently resides in the Newark, NJ area with his Loving wife and two children.
Corky's professional experiences has been a lifelong process of working with:
US ARMY, FINANCE & ACCOUNTING CENTER AS A COMPUTER SCHEDULER
INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE AS A COMPUTER TECHNICIAN
DUDLEY PRODUCTS INC. AS A REGIONAL SALES MANAGER
PITTSBURGH DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AS THE 1ST AFRO-AMERICAN SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
THE LATE CONGRESSMAN DONALD M. PAYNE(1ST AFRO-AMERICAN CONGRESSMAN IN THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY) AS SPECIAL STAFF ASSISTANT, DIRECTOR OF CASE WORK OPERATIONS, AND CHIEF OF STAFF FOR ASSEMBLYWOMAN ODALINE TRUITT, SPECIAL REQUEST BY CONGRESSMAN PAYNE.
Corky Johnson currently resides in the Newark, NJ area with his Loving wife and two children.
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- PublisherXlibris Corp
- Publication date2012
- ISBN 10 1477124454
- ISBN 13 9781477124451
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages108
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