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What is the US government's official definition of African-American?

There is NO official U.S. Government definition of the term "African American". The term originated in the late 1960's in the age of riots and uprisings from blacks, or Negroes, in America. In the early 1970's, the government decided to give this group of people an official title to aid in the resumption of calm.


Who founded afl?

Lamar Hunt founded the Kansas City Chiefs in 1960 which was the first team in the new American Football League.


What was the voting age in 1960?

The voting age in 1960 was 21. Men and women and all people of color were allowed to vote if over that age.


What is value of 1 American cent 1960?

The value of a 1960 American cent, or penny, is primarily determined by its condition and whether it is a collectible item. In general circulation, it is worth one cent; however, if it is in uncirculated condition or has some unique features, it can be worth more to collectors, typically ranging from a few cents to a couple of dollars. Factors like mint marks and any potential errors can also influence its value.


What was the American dream for middle class in the 1960's?

The american dream in the 1930s was stability, employment, and the ability to feed your family. The 1930s were the heart of the Great Depression. Unemployment was over 15% for most of the decade, and reached as high as 20%. Further, the Dust Bowl drove many people out of farming in the midwest, making them homeless as well as unemployed. The prosperity of the 20s was a memory, and people were hungry, beat, and hopeless. Alternatively, the American Dream is the number 1 single sung by the legend Susan Boyle.