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1977 - Government Changes

Since the 1950s, south Charlotte businessmen have dominated local politics. Now, neighborhood groups and others work for district representation. This new method of structuring the voting districts gives black citizens an opportunity to elect members of their own communities to public office.

Exhibit & Section: 
History Timeline [1]
Turbulent Times 1960-1979 [2]
Node Order: 
280
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Event Date Field: 
Saturday, January 1, 1977
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Source URL:https://www.cmstory.org/exhibits/history-timeline-turbulent-times-1960-1979/1977-government-changes

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[1] https://www.cmstory.org/exhibits/history-timeline [2] https://www.cmstory.org/exhibits/turbulent-times-1960-1979