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How was Powell a very important resident of Harlem before he was a member of congress?
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Who is Adam Clayton Powell?
Adam Clayton Powell Jr. was an American politician and pastor who represented the Harlem section of Manhattan in New York City in the United States House of Representatives between 1945 and 1971. He was the first African-American elected to Congress from New York.
What is one thing Congressman Powell urged Congress to do?
Congressman Powell urged Congress to have a bipartisan approach to domestic democracy.
Did basie give trombonist benny Powell a wedding reception at his bar in Harlem?
yes
What is mike Powell famous for?
Adam Clayton Powell was born on November 29th 1908 in New Haven, Ct. He was an American Politician and pastor who represented Harlem. He is most famously known as the first African American from New York to be elected to Congress.
Where was Colin Powell born?
Collin Powel traces his life from his birth to immigrant Jamaican parents in Harlem.
What was a comment congressman Adam Clayton Powell made about congress?
He says Congress lacked true leadership and ignored the bills he brought forward.
What is Kevin Powell famous for?
Kevin Powell is an activist that speaks out against violence aimed at girls and women. He has tried unsuccessfully three times to win a seat in Congress.
What are name of streets in Harlem?
Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd.Convent AvenueLenox AvenueMalcolm X Blvd.West 118th StreetWest 125th StreetWest 135th Street
Which of these is the subject of a bill Congressman Powell asks Congress to pass in his speech?
To end segregation in interstate transportstion
What is Bud Powell famous for?
Bud Powell was a jazz pianist in the 40s through the 60s. He grew up in Harlem, New York. He played a key role in the development of bebop or bop. Bop is a fast tempod style of music that features a harmonic struction and melody.
When was colin Powell born at and when?
He was born on April 5, 1937. As of the date March 10th, 2009, he is 71 years old. He was born in Harlem, New York and grew up in the South Bronx.
What is the birth name of Bud Powell?
Bud Powell's birth name is Earl Powell.
