Jan. 8, 1867: Power Restored: Black Men Cast Their Votes in DC

On January 8, 1867, black men in Washington, D.C., were granted the right to vote, setting a precedent that would inspire broader struggles for voting rights across the United States. This episode explores the journey toward this historic decision, the barriers overcome, and the ripple effects it created in American democracy.

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