Tommy Jenkins
Author of Drawing the Vote: An Illustrated Guide to Voting in America
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Works by Tommy Jenkins
Is Baptism Essential to Salvation? 3 copies
Mary the Mother of Jesus 1 copy
Associated Works
The Three Musketeers / The Count of Monte Cristo / The Man in the Iron Mask (2006) — Introduction — 139 copies
Far From the Madding Crowd / Jude the Obscure / The Mayor of Casterbridge / The Return of the Native / Tess of the… (2006) — Introduction — 48 copies
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- Birthdate
- 20th Century
- Gender
- male
- Nationality
- USA
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Drawing the Vote: An Illustrated Guide to Voting in… by Tommy Jenkins
I'm always down for a good graphic novel, and found this one both drawn in a style that I enjoy, well-written, and on a very important and timely topic. As voters continue to be disenfranchised in the name of racism (and Republicans understanding that they cannot win when the majority of voters are allowed to actually, well, vote), it's important to understand the history of voting and how we've come to obtain the meager protections that we have, and that are continually being taken from us.
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lemontwist | 3 other reviews | Apr 10, 2021 |
lemontwist | 3 other reviews | Apr 10, 2021 | A good introductory overview of the history of voting in America, illustrating the troubled journey to granting voting rights to everyone and the ongoing struggle to overcome voter suppression, disenfranchisement, systemic racism, and a multitude of political dirty tricks and crimes. The author wears his liberal bias on his sleeve, so likeminded souls like me will nod along while those of the opposite bent are unlikely to be persuaded on their points of contention.
Simultaneous to reading this graphic novel, I'm in the midst of White Rage by Carol Anderson which goes into much greater detail about the horrific mechanics of voter suppression in the eras of Reconstruction, Jim Crow, and beyond. I recommend you check it out if this book piques your interest in the subject.… (more)
Simultaneous to reading this graphic novel, I'm in the midst of White Rage by Carol Anderson which goes into much greater detail about the horrific mechanics of voter suppression in the eras of Reconstruction, Jim Crow, and beyond. I recommend you check it out if this book piques your interest in the subject.… (more)
This is a fabulous book that should be in every school library. It is a wonderful look at the history of voting rights in the United States from the birth of our nation to the present moment, including the expansion of voting rights from only white men to include all races and sexes. It also looks at the importance of everyone voting to implement the changes they want. I found this book to be filled with important information presented in a clear, concise and easily understandable way so many, many people would benefit from reading it.… (more)
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