final draft

Rasheed Walters

Dr Flowers

11/11/14

English 102

Adam Clayton Powell Jr

Adam Clayton Powell Jr was born on November 29, 1908. He was the first Black

Congressman elected from New York City and represented Harlem from 1945 to 1971. Powell was known as a crusader for civil rights and fought hard for Blacks in America in Congress. He ran his campaign on “a platform that focused on the advancement of African–American rights through the promotion of fair employment practices and a ban on poll taxes and lynching, Powell received support from two of New York City’s most influential organizations.” (House of Reps) Powell fought hard to reform Congress to be more aware and helpful to the needs of Blacks. Powell left congress in 1969 when he was diagnosed with cancer. He died in 1971 in Miami, Florida. Adam Clayton Powell Jr was a great politician because he helped Black people through his legislation and he had the complete backing of his constituents.

Adam Clayton Powell Jr was elected in 1945 to the House of Representatives. Powell gradually worked his way up to becoming the chair of the House Committee on Education and Labor, gave him authority to influence the passage of legislation. Powell was “able to create an unprecedented array of legislative reforms, including a minimum- wage increase, educational resources for the deaf, funding for student loans, library aid, work-hour regulations and job training.”(Bio.com) Black people in America were suffering from poverty, lynchings and discrimination during this time and the programs



and legislation that was passed by Powell really gave a helping hand to Black people throughout the country. Adam Clay Powell Jr used his power as a House Committee chair to help and create programs and legislation to help Black people.

Adam Clayton Powell Jr was always a servant of the people. He gained the love of his people before even running for congress. Powell was a Minister at Abyssinian Baptist Church “In 1930, he organized picket lines and mass meetings to demand reforms at Harlem Hospital, which have dismissed five doctors because they was black. Beginning in 1932, he administered a church- sponsored relief program that provides food, clothing , and temporary jobs for thousands of Harlem’s homeless and unemployed” (House.gov) Adam Clayton Powell Jr was already a fight for civil rights long before he was even elected. His groundbreaking work as a Minister at Abyssinian Baptist Church showed his love for the people in Harlem. The relationship that Powell built with the people of Harlem help keep his political career alive and the people of Harlem always voted and supported him

Adam Clayton Powell Jr had the complete backing of the people of Harlem during, his 12-year tenure as a Congressman. Powell buried his opponents time and time again during election season. Powell buried one of his foes in a landslide victory 14,837 to 4,935 against opposition candidate Tammany Hall. Powell’s victory was a real accomplishment for Black people because a Black man has never beaten Tammany Hall by a landslide. This amazing victory shown that, people of Harlem loved their Congressman. The only way a constituency can love their Congressman like that, is because the Congressman is helping out and representing his constituency very well. Adam Clayton Powell Jr was a great politician because his people loved him and he had

the full backing of his constituency.

Adam Clayton Powell Jr was one of the most dynamic and outspoken politicians

of the 20th century. His impact in the United States Congress will be an impact that will be felt for years to come. Powell was a man who loved Harlem and loved the people of Harlem. Adam Clayton Powell Jr was a great politician because he helped Black people through his legislation and he had the complete backing of his constituents.

 

Bibliography

Thomas A. Johnson, “A Man of Many Roles,” 5 April 1972, New York Times

Mendez, Rick R. “POWELL, Adam Clayton, Jr. | US House of Representatives: History, Art & Archives.” POWELL, Adam Clayton, Jr. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 Dec. 2014.

Macky, John I. “Adam Clayton Powell Jr.” Bio.com. A&E Networks Television, n.d. Web. 05 Dec. 2014.

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Rasheed Walters

Dr Flowers

11/11/14

English 102

Adam Clayton Powell Jr

Adam Clayton Powell Jr was born on November 29, 1908. He was the first Black Congressman elected from New York City and represented Harlem from 1945 to 1971.  Powell was known as a crusader for civil rights and fought hard for Blacks in America in Congress. He ran his campaign on  “a platform that focused on the advancement of African–American rights through the promotion of fair employment practices and a ban on poll taxes and lynching, Powell received support from two of New York City’s most influential organizations.” (House of Reps)  Powell fought hard to reform Congress to be more aware and helpful to the needs of Blacks. Powell left congress in 1969 when he was diagnosed with cancer. He died in 1971 in Miami, Florida. Adam Clayton Powell Jr was a great politician because he helped Black people through his legislation and he had the complete backing of his constituents.

Adam Clayton Powell Jr was elected in 1945 to the House of Representatives. Powell gradually worked his way up to becoming the chair of the House Committee on Education and Labor, gave him authority to influence the passage of legislation.  Powell was “able to create an unprecedented array of legislative reforms, including a minimum-wage increase, educational resources for the deaf, funding for student loans, library aid, work-hour regulations and job training.”(Bio.com)

Black people in America were suffering from poverty, lynchings and discrimination during this time and the programs and legislation that was passed by Powell really gave a helping hand to Black people throughout the country. Adam Clay Powell Jr used his power as a House Committee chair to help and create programs and legislation to help Black people.

Adam Clayton Powell Jr was always a servant of the people. He gained the love of his people before even running for congress. Powell was a Minister at Abyssinian Baptist Church  “In 1930, he organized picket lines and mass meetings to demand reforms at Harlem Hospital, which have dismissed five doctors because they was black.  Beginning in 1932, he administered a church- sponsored relief program that provides food, clothing , and temporary jobs  for thousands of Harlem’s homeless and unemployed” (House.gov)  Adam Clayton Powell Jr was already a fight for civil rights long before he was even elected. His groundbreaking work as a Minister at Abyssinian Baptist Church showed his love for the people in Harlem.  The relationship that Powell built with the people of Harlem help keep his political career alive and the people of Harlem always voted and supported him.

Adam Clayton Powell Jr had the complete backing of the people of Harlem during, his 12-year tenure as a Congressman. Powell buried his opponents time and time again during election season. Powell buried one of his foes in a landslide victory 14,837 to 4,935 against opposition candidate Tammany Hall.  Powell’s victory was a real accomplishment for Black people because a Black man has never beaten Tammany Hall by a landslide. This amazing victory shown that, people of Harlem loved their Congressman. The only way a constituency can love their Congressman like that, is because the Congressman is helping out and representing his constituency very well. Adam Clayton Powell Jr was a great politician because his people loved him and he had the full backing of his constituency.

Adam Clayton Powell Jr was one of the most dynamic and outspoken politicians of the 20th century. His impact in the United States Congress will be an impact that will be felt for years to come. Powell was a man who loved Harlem and loved the people of Harlem. Adam Clayton Powell Jr was a great politician because he helped Black people through his legislation and he had the complete backing of his constituents.

Bibliography

Thomas A. Johnson, “A Man of Many Roles,” 5 April 1972, New York Times

Mendez, Rick R. “POWELL, Adam Clayton, Jr. | US House of Representatives: History, Art & Archives.” POWELL, Adam Clayton, Jr. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 Dec. 2014.

Macky, John I. “Adam Clayton Powell Jr.” Bio.com. A&E Networks Television, n.d. Web. 05 Dec. 2014.

US Congress

“The House Explained.” · House.gov. Web. 5 Nov. 2014.

In this article on the US House it explains why the US House of Representatives was founded and how it serves to aid the people. It explains the leadership of the House of Representatives from the Speaker of the House to the minority leader. It also explains the different committees that make up the House of Representatives. The US House of Representatives are extremely busy and “Often beginning early in the morning with topical briefings, most representatives move quickly among caucus and committee meetings and hearings.” (House Explained) The House of Representatives is a very interesting place and I look forward to having a career there. This will add to my research paper because it gives a background about the US House.

“Congressional Black Caucus : Home.” Congressional Black Caucus : Home. Web. 6 Nov. 2014.

In this article it speaks about the organization in Congress called the Black Caucus. The Black Caucus was founded in 1971 “to empower America’s neglected citizens and to address their legislative concerns” (Black Caucus) The purpose of the Black Caucus is to represent the needs of Black people in the United States Congress. This organization is interesting, because it is  a formulation for all Black Congressmen and Senator.  The Congressional Black Caucus is definitely a organization I would to like to be a member of when I am elected to Congress.

 

“POWELL, Adam Clayton, Jr. | US House of Representatives: History, Art & Archives.” POWELL, Adam Clayton, Jr. N.p., n.d. Web. 06 Nov. 2014.

This article in the US House of Representatives archives speaks about the life and career of Congressman Adam Clayton Powell Jr.  Adam Clayton Powell Jr is one of my favorite Congressmen and I would like to model my political career after his.  Adam Clayton Powell Jr  “left his mark on Congress during his 12 terms in the House of Representatives. Viewed by his Harlem constituents as a dedicated crusader for civil rights, Powell earned the loyalty and respect of many African Americans with his confrontational approach to racial discrimination. Never one to shun the spotlight, the outspoken New York minister and politician—regarded as an irritant by many of his congressional colleagues—relished his position as a spokesperson for the advancement of African–American rights.” (US Congress Archives) Adam Clayton Powell Jr is a great person to write a research paper.

Essay Draft 1

Rasheed Walters

Dr Flowers

11/11/14

English 102

Adam Clayton Powell Jr

Adam Clayton Powell Jr was born on November 29, 1908. Adam Clayton Powell Jr was the first Black Congressman elected from New York City and represented Harlem from 1945 – 1971.  Powell was known as a crusader for civil rights and fought hard for Blacks in America in Congress. He ran his campaign on the “a platform that focused on the advancement of African–American rights through the promotion of fair employment practices and a ban on poll taxes and lynching, Powell received support from two of New York City’s most influential organizations.” (House of Reps) Adam Clayton Powell Jr fought hard to reform Congress to be more aware and helpful to the needs of Blacks in Powell left congress in 1969 when he was diagnosed with cancer. He died in 1971 in Miami Florida. Adam Clayton Powell Jr was a great politician because he helped Black people through his legislation and he had the complete backing of his constituents.

Adam Clayton Powell Jr was elected in 1945 to the House of Representatives. Powell gradually worked his way up to becoming the chair of the House Committee on Education and Labor. Powell was “able to create an unprecedented array of legislative reforms, including a minimum-wage increase, educational resources for the deaf, funding for student loans, library aid, work-hour regulations and job training.”(Bio.com) Black people in America were suffering tremendously during this time and the programs and legislation that was passed by Adam Clayton Powell Jr really gave a helping hand to Black people throughout the country. Adam Clay Powell Jr used his power as a House Committee chair to help and create programs and legislation to help Black people.

Adam Clayton Powell Jr had the complete backing of the people of Harlem during, his 12-year tenure as a Congressman. Powell buried his opponents time and time again during election season. Powell buried one of his foes in a landside victory 14,837 to 4,935 against opposition candidate Tammany Hall. This amazing victory shown that, people of Harlem loved their Congressman. The only way a constituency can love their Congressman like that, is because the Congressman is helping out and representing his constituency very well. Adam Clayton Powell Jr was a great politician because his people loved him and he had the full backing of his constituency.

Adam Clayton Powell Jr was one of the most dynamic and outspoken politicians of the 20^th century. His impact that he made in the United States Congress will be a impact that will be felt for years to come. Adam Clayton Powell Jr was a great politician because he helped Black people through his legislation and he had the complete backing of his constituents.

Opening Paragraph

Rasheed Walters

Dr Flowers

11/11/14

English 102

Adam Clayton Powell Jr

Adam Clayton Powell Jr was born on November 29, 1908. Adam Clayton Powell Jr was the first Black Congressman elected from New York City and represented Harlem from 1945 – 1971.  Adam Clayton Powell Jr was known as a crusader for civil rights and fought hard for Blacks in America in Congress. Adam Clayton Powell Jr ran his campaign on the “a platform that focused on the advancement of African–American rights through the promotion of fair employment practices and a ban on poll taxes and lynching, Powell received support from two of New York City’s most influential organizations.” (House of Reps) Adam Clayton Powell Jr fought hard to reform Congress to be more aware and helpful to the needs of Blacks in America. Adam Clayton Powell Jr left congress in 1969 when he was diagnosed with cancer. He died in 1971 in Miami Florida. Adam Clayton Powell Jr was the best Black Congressman because… 

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US Congress

“The House Explained.” · House.gov. Web. 5 Nov. 2014.

In this article on the US House it explains why the US House of Representatives was founded and how it serves to aid the people. It explains the leadership of the House of Representatives from the Speaker of the House to the minority leader. It also explains the different committees that make up the House of Representatives. The US House of Representatives are extremely busy and “Often beginning early in the morning with topical briefings, most representatives move quickly among caucus and committee meetings and hearings.” (House Explained) The House of Representatives is a very interesting place and I look forward to having a career there. This will add to my research paper because it gives a background about the US House.

“Congressional Black Caucus : Home.” Congressional Black Caucus : Home. Web. 6 Nov. 2014.

In this article it speaks about the organization in Congress called the Black Caucus. The Black Caucus was founded in 1971 “to empower America’s neglected citizens and to address their legislative concerns” (Black Caucus) The purpose of the Black Caucus is to represent the needs of Black people in the United States Congress. This organization is interesting, because it is  a formulation for all Black Congressmen and Senator.  The Congressional Black Caucus is definitely a organization I would to like to be a member of when I am elected to Congress.

 

“POWELL, Adam Clayton, Jr. | US House of Representatives: History, Art & Archives.” POWELL, Adam Clayton, Jr. N.p., n.d. Web. 06 Nov. 2014.

This article in the US House of Representatives archives speaks about the life and career of Congressman Adam Clayton Powell Jr.  Adam Clayton Powell Jr is one of my favorite Congressmen and I would like to model my political career after his.  Adam Clayton Powell Jr  “left his mark on Congress during his 12 terms in the House of Representatives. Viewed by his Harlem constituents as a dedicated crusader for civil rights, Powell earned the loyalty and respect of many African Americans with his confrontational approach to racial discrimination. Never one to shun the spotlight, the outspoken New York minister and politician—regarded as an irritant by many of his congressional colleagues—relished his position as a spokesperson for the advancement of African–American rights.” (US Congress Archives) Adam Clayton Powell Jr is a great person to write a research paper.

Learning Contract

Rasheed Walters

For the rest of this academic year I plan to strengthen my organization as a writer. I would like to become a more organized writer because I will be able to articulate my points better and stronger. In order to become a better at organizing my writing I plan to unitize the Rules for Writers book. This book has a lot of great information  that will help me achieve my goal. It has step by step information and guides that help not only my organization  but also my writing as a whole. I also will write drafts early and a head of time in order to get feed back to get the absolute best grade I can on my final papers.

Questions

James Bladwin

Youth Violence

Smoking

Academic Contract.

I would like to become a better organized writer in this class. In order to do that I will need to work on the writing strategies in the book and also use the college writing book to my advantage. I will write more drafts before my final paper and work closely with the professor.

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Rasheed Walters
Dr Flowers
English 102
9 October 2014
Authors for my re search paper.

The authors I selected to do was James Baldwin and Maya Angelou. I enjoyed how they both shared experiences for being Blacks in the 20th century. Maya Angelou speaks about the struggles of crime and segregation that plighted Black people during that time. My favorite book by Maya Angelou was I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. It was my favorite book because Maya speaks about her childhood. She speaks being raped and the trauma that it caused her. When she was raped it caused her a lot of emotional distress and was afraid to tell anybody in fear of relation. She later came forward the justice was served to the man who raped her. My favorite James Baldwin Book was the Fire next time. In this book James Baldwin speaks about the Black experience and he also interviews The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad. I enjoyed reading his words. I enjoyed both books a lot and enjoyed the authors a great deal.

Reviews

The Pre-writing process has become more convenient in modern times because of the technological advances of modern day times. A great example of this innovation are websites like coggle.it, popplet.com, and bubbl.us. These websites have made the pre-writing easier.  All three of these websites specialize in allowing the user to brainstorm ideas and organize those ideas. This process helps users break down main ideas from supporting ideas in the form fun and interactive word web and graphic organizers. Even though all sites share mutual features I really enjoyed coogle.

Coggle was the easiest to use out of all the other websites because it allowed me put my ideas  down at a expeditiously which helped my ideas formulate consistently. Coggle is just like any other website where you make an account and then you will be free to make and create as many word webs as you want.

Popplet shares a lot of similarities with coggle. Popplet seems to be like a more simpler form of coggle that can be used for younger students and technology illiterate adults. I dislike how the word webs set up. I feel like I cannot expeditiously put down my ideas which causes me to get bored and get writers block. The function is way too simple for me that my intelligence feels insulted.

Bubbl.us seemed very odd and out of place with the size of the graphics. Bubbl seemed like a copy cat version of coggle and popplet. It seemed very unappealing to me and just very difficult to figure out. It has the potential to be a great website but needs a lot of work in my opinion.