Thread 1:
"Historian, Henry Louis Gates, Jr. takes a personal journey through the last 50 years of African American history, charting the incredible progress made - as well as the obstacles that remain. In this segment of "America Since MLK" explores the gains and challenges of the seventies and early eighties." PBS.
In your view, what were the greatest gains and challenges for African Americans in this period?
Thread 2: After watching the video
How did the challenges and gains experienced by African Americans tie in with the gains and setbacks experienced by other groups (minorities, gay, lesbian and feminist)?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.