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Title
Radio Programs including "Meet the Member" with a Profile of Jamie L. Whitten
Identifier
whitten_audioreel_39
Creation Date
11-21-1968
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Description
Radio programs: In the first brief excerpt, several unidentified individuals discuss African American maids. The second radio editorial focuses on upcoming Nixon administration's promises regarding the improvement of black private enterprise in order to get people off of welfare. After a florist commercial, the program continues with a profile of the anti-intellectual in communist countries such as China. Finally, the recording ends with "Meet the Member" with a profile on Jamie Whitten, describing his background in public service, his current role in Congress, and his stance on several issues.
Subject Headings (Library of Congress)
African Americans; Women household employees -- United States; Free enterprise; Public welfare -- United States; Intellectuals -- China; Whitten, Jamie L.; Meet the member (Radio program)
Relational Format
video recording
Extent
12:51
Original Format
reels
Original Collection
Jamie L. Whitten Collection (MUM00732), Archives and Special Collections, University of Mississippi Libraries
Finding Aid
Rights
This media file is owned by the copyright holder and may not be reproduced, re-posted, captured or saved. Due to copyright concerns, the recordings in this collection can only be accessed by arrangement with the Department of Archives and Special Collections.