Nixon's Piano: Presidents and Racial Politics from Washington to Clinton - Hardcover

O'Reilly, Kenneth

 
9780029236857: Nixon's Piano: Presidents and Racial Politics from Washington to Clinton

Synopsis

An evaluation of the racial policies of 42 American presidents. This book argues that American presidents have used their power of office to impede racial equality. It shows how many leaders campaigned and governed in a way that sacrificed civil rights for white votes.

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About the Author

Kenneth O'Reilly is Professor of History at the University of Alaska.

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