Firsts in Congress
A pivotal moment unfolds as a black man addresses Congress for the first time, asserting his right to a seat after winning a significant majority of votes. Despite his eloquent defense, both he and his white opponent are denied the position, leaving the seat vacant. The narrative shifts to Hiram, who steps into history as the first black member of Congress, elected by Mississippi legislators aiming to challenge racial prejudice.In this clip
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75: Reconstruction (Part 3): The Rise of the KKK and the First Black Men in Government
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