Make Black Count Census campaign pamphlet and button, 1970
Scope and Contents
Two items, a button and a pamphlet, produced by the Coalition for a Black Count, which campaigned to get Black residents counted in the 1970 US Census. Both items are emblazoned with the slogan "Make Black Count. Get in the '70 Census." The campaign sought accurate Census figures on Black people to ensure better political representation and government apportionment of funding and services for Black communities. The pamphlet tells the reader that if they aren't counted in the Census, it will cost their community seats in Congress, educational opportunities, funding for housing, and employment opportunities.
Dates
- Creation: 1970
Creator
- Coalition for a Black Count (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is housed off-site and requires 48-hours' notice for retrieval. Contact Special Collections for more information.
Extent
0.167 Cubic Feet (1 folder)
Language of Materials
English
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Purchased from Arthur Fournier Rare Books in February 2022.
Processing Information
Processed in December 2023 by Jenelle Clark.
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Repository
The Sheridan Libraries
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