065: Did the 1952 Immigration and Nationality Act impact Caribbean Migration to the US?

This episode we'll be looking at immigration from the Caribbean to the US in the latter part of the 20th century. The impact of the McCarran Walter Act (1952) on immigration to the US from around the world. The experiences of Caribbean people under segregation and jim crow laws, by looking briefly at the story of Colin Powell.This episode can be enjoyed on its own but might be more easily digested after episode 63 and 64.

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The History Hotline is the hottest line for all things Black history and beyond... A space to have honest conversations about Black history and how it impacts the world we live in. We’re here to explore some of the facets of Black history ignored by the mainstream, your teachers and the textbooks.