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Is the term African American hyphenated?
When I conceived the term, it was not in a hyphenated version, primarily because of the ready association with "Hyphenated American". In subsequent writings on the term, hyphens have been added for emphasis only. The answer to your question is, "NO"!Dr. Johnny DuncanThe Creator of the term African American
In what year was the term African-American first used?
The U.S. Supreme Court and the New York Times began using the term in the 1970's after that is when most states also began using the term African American.
Who was the first African American elected to a full term?
Blanche K. Bruce - APEX
Why is whoopi goldberg considered an African ameriacan?
African-American is a broad, politically-correct term that is used to describe people of color. Because of this, Whoopi Goldberg is referred to as being African-American, even though she has vehemently denied being African.
What is the proper term for black people living in the US who may not have American citizenship?
black people is the proper term for anyone of African ancestry.
What is a porchmonkey?
A racist term for an African American in "The Hood" which some define as a "n1gg3r".
What problems could emerge when one seeks to define the term African language?
there are many african languges
Are Haitians african american?
Haitians are considered part of the African diaspora, as the majority of the population in Haiti is of African descent due to the history of slavery and colonialism. However, the term "African American" specifically refers to Americans of African descent, so Haitians would not fall under this specific classification.
What was Blanche K. Bruce the first African American to do?
Blanche K Bruce the first African American to be elected to a full term in the U.S. Senate.
Is the term African American hyphenated?
When I conceived the term, it was not in a hyphenated version, primarily because of the ready association with "Hyphenated American". In subsequent writings on the term, hyphens have been added for emphasis only. The answer to your question is, "NO"!Dr. Johnny DuncanThe Creator of the term African American
What African American term means first fruit?
the pentecost
What term explains being an American Indian?
There is no single term to define what being a Native American is, nor could a set of terms define this. Being Native American is more about a spiritual understanding inside a set of complex rules that would (and does) take a lifetime to understand.
In what year was the term African-American first used?
The U.S. Supreme Court and the New York Times began using the term in the 1970's after that is when most states also began using the term African American.
Why do they call dark skinned Americans African-Americans when they are Americans just like I am if you are born with in the 50 states your American so lets eliminate the term African American?
Many white Americans call themselves Irish American, Italian American, or Asian American. The United States is a country if immigrants, and the people never gave up their history or culture when they came here. It is important for African Americans or black Americans to have a sense of history or purpose. Knowing where we come from will give us the self esteem to be positive and productive American citizens. My black friends hate to be called African-Americans. They were born in the US, their moms and grandmothers were born in the USA. The liberal media and Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton used the term African-American to separate themselves from the rest of the US. Equal, but separate is their goal. That term encourages racism and resentment!
What is the term for African poet-historians who recorded and recited the history of their people?
Griots
What is the term to describe an African American religious folk song?
A spiritual.
What first African American president is serving a second term of office?
The first African American President, who is presently in his second term of office, is named Barack Obama.
