Monday, March 25, 2013

TGD - How TND Affected People Of Color

Pedro Gonzalez became a Mexican-American Hero by exposing racial discrimination through his radio station as a Disc Jockey. For speaking out against discrimination, he was punished by the government and even deported. Frances Perkins was the 1st female "Cabinet Member". She became a hero for women.
The "Black Cabinet" was assembled by a group of influential African-Americans that advised FDR on racial issues. There leader was Mary McLeod Bethune
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