On August 28, 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered arguably some of the most recognizable phrases of the civil rights movement in his famous "I Have a Dream" speech. While significant and clearly central to the quest for racial justice in twentieth-century America, Dr. King's leadership should be understood within the context of ongoing national and grassroots political activism before, during, and after the 1963 March on Washington. This introductory course focuses on the social, political, and public policy perspectives that informed twentieth-century struggles for black civil rights. Using a variety of sources (memoirs, photography, film, and music), we will consider historical debates as well as the period's impact on our understanding of African American and American history. Format: seminar. Evaluation will be based on class attendance and participation, several essays, and a final research paper. No prerequisites. Enrollment limit: 19 (expected: 19). Preference given to first-year students. Group A